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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,988 cc

Y272 MTWMOT history

Y272 MTW is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 19 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

Y272 MTW black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
71,778 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y272 MTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y272 MTW was last recorded at 71,778 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 1,300 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,478 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,300 miles
Average per year
2,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,778 miles
  • 2024 – 70,478 miles
  • 2023 – 68,375 miles
  • 2022 – 65,700 miles
  • 2021 – 63,927 miles
  • 2020 – 61,865 miles
  • 2019 – 60,185 miles
  • 2018 – 58,382 miles
  • 2017 – 56,363 miles
  • 2016 – 53,936 miles
  • 2015 – 51,520 miles
  • 2014 – 49,388 miles
  • 2013 – 47,486 miles
  • 2012 – 44,607 miles
  • 2011 – 42,925 miles
  • 2010 – 41,991 miles
  • 2009 – 39,735 miles
  • 2008 – 37,240 miles
  • 2007 – 33,887 miles
  • 2006 – 29,542 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,778 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,778 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    71,778 miles
    Test number
    228408133230
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail71,778 miles (+1,300)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,778 miles
    Test number
    382270205775
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass70,478 miles (+2,103)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    70,478 miles
    Test number
    275506494444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass68,375 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    68,375 miles
    Test number
    917457914599
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perished 195/60x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe engine oil level is low!
    • AdvisoryThe reverse light is inoperative!
  5. Fail68,375 miles (+2,675)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,375 miles
    Test number
    376566956351
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perished 195/60x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe engine oil level is low!
    • AdvisoryThe reverse light is inoperative!
  6. Pass65,700 miles (+73)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    65,700 miles
    Test number
    398424976914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Fail65,627 miles (+1,700)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,627 miles
    Test number
    711263229522
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Pass63,927 miles (+2,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    63,927 miles
    Test number
    595889131146
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light is inoperative!
  9. Pass61,865 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    61,865 miles
    Test number
    775063880314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  10. Fail61,865 miles (+1,680)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,865 miles
    Test number
    543591468988
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  11. Pass60,185 miles (+1,803)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    60,185 miles
    Test number
    457596884572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,382 miles (+2,019)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    58,382 miles
    Test number
    401520561862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    56,363 miles
    Test number
    402425888632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,363 miles (+2,427)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,363 miles
    Test number
    355723091315
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  15. Pass53,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    53,936 miles
    Test number
    620779359417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,936 miles (+2,416)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,936 miles
    Test number
    754326330238
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
  17. Pass51,520 miles (+2,132)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    51,520 miles
    Test number
    825274715311
    • DangerousOil leak
  18. Pass49,388 miles (+1,902)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,388 miles
    Test number
    539804644373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,486 miles (+2,879)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    47,486 miles
    Test number
    439880423362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,607 miles (+1,682)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    44,607 miles
    Test number
    426739712467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,925 miles (+934)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    42,925 miles
    Test number
    917306111373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,991 miles (+2,256)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,991 miles
    Test number
    302509690417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,735 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,735 miles
    Test number
    391925789487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,240 miles (+3,353)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    37,240 miles
    Test number
    694979338318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,887 miles (+4,345)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    33,887 miles
    Test number
    971802547243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    29,542 miles
    Test number
    323224546201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y272 MTW

Does Y272 MTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y272 MTW is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y272 MTW?
The MOT on Y272 MTW is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y272 MTW done?
Y272 MTW was recorded at 71,778 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 2,190 miles a year.
Has Y272 MTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y272 MTW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y272 MTW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y272 MTW find?
Y272 MTW passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; nearside rear nail in tyre; oil leak, but not excessive.

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