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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y278 DEPMOT history

Y278 DEP is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 5 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 71,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2024.

Y278 DEP silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2025
Mileage
71,387 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 DEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 DEP was last recorded at 71,387 miles on 5 Jun 2024, 406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,981 miles · 7 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
406 miles
Average per year
2,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 71,387 miles
  • 2023 – 70,981 miles
  • 2022 – 70,394 miles
  • 2021 – 69,333 miles
  • 2020 – 68,144 miles
  • 2019 – 66,862 miles
  • 2018 – 65,427 miles
  • 2017 – 64,129 miles
  • 2016 – 60,095 miles
  • 2015 – 51,184 miles
  • 2014 – 49,144 miles
  • 2013 – 46,760 miles
  • 2012 – 44,463 miles
  • 2011 – 41,687 miles
  • 2010 – 38,567 miles
  • 2009 – 35,527 miles
  • 2008 – 31,974 miles
  • 2007 – 28,430 miles
  • 2005 – 22,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,387 miles
  • AdvisoryRear springs and suspension corroded

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • One led inop in centre stoplight

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear suspension springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,387 miles (+406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    71,387 miles
    Test number
    349035272832
    • AdvisoryRear springs and suspension corroded

  2. Pass70,981 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    70,981 miles
    Test number
    927441849118
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail70,981 miles (+587)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,981 miles
    Test number
    407645518839
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass70,394 miles (+1,061)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    70,394 miles
    Test number
    274390653661
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 2000 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOne led inop in centre stoplight

  5. Pass69,333 miles (+1,189)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    69,333 miles
    Test number
    709984203974
    • AdvisoryOne led inop in centre stoplight
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe slight leak
    • AdvisoryRear suspension springs corroded

  6. Pass68,144 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    68,144 miles
    Test number
    380396462467
    • AdvisoryRear suspension springs corroded

  7. Fail68,144 miles (+1,282)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,144 miles
    Test number
    355450429263
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension springs corroded

  8. Pass66,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    66,862 miles
    Test number
    608510356677
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail66,862 miles (+1,435)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,862 miles
    Test number
    699957361269
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass65,427 miles (+1,298)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,427 miles
    Test number
    494549997815
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror unit slightly insecure.

  11. Pass64,129 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    64,129 miles
    Test number
    502262931299
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail64,129 miles (+4,034)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,129 miles
    Test number
    817012047541
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass60,095 miles (+8,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,095 miles
    Test number
    765417995944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass51,184 miles (+2,040)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    51,184 miles
    Test number
    808643155150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,144 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,144 miles
    Test number
    209350154474
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Fail49,144 miles (+2,384)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,144 miles
    Test number
    868108144107
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass46,760 miles (+2,297)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    46,760 miles
    Test number
    506240743137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,463 miles (+14)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,463 miles
    Test number
    659702042153
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  19. Fail44,449 miles (+2,762)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,449 miles
    Test number
    199338932144
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass41,687 miles (+3,120)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,687 miles
    Test number
    128258631107
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail38,567 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,567 miles
    Test number
    280927030155
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  22. Pass38,567 miles (+3,040)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,567 miles
    Test number
    812777130114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,527 miles (+3,553)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,527 miles
    Test number
    310646749114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,974 miles (+3,544)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,974 miles
    Test number
    352878948158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,430 miles
    Test number
    440625057186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail28,430 miles (+5,968)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,430 miles
    Test number
    773335957139
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass22,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    22,462 miles
    Test number
    420334995236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 DEP

Does Y278 DEP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 DEP expired on 26 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 DEP?
The MOT on Y278 DEP expired on 26 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 DEP done?
Y278 DEP was recorded at 71,387 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2024, an average of 2,627 miles a year.
Has Y278 DEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 DEP has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on Y278 DEP 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 Y278 DEP find?
Y278 DEP passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2024 with 1 advisory: rear springs and suspension corroded.

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