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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,388 cc

Y278 HARMOT history

Y278 HAR is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 148,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2023.

Y278 HAR red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2024
Mileage
148,099 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 HAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 HAR was last recorded at 148,099 miles on 11 Oct 2023, 8,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,814 miles · 15 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
8,285 miles
Average per year
6,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 148,099 miles
  • 2022 – 139,814 miles
  • 2021 – 132,561 miles
  • 2019 – 129,875 miles
  • 2018 – 122,196 miles
  • 2017 – 115,095 miles
  • 2016 – 105,214 miles
  • 2015 – 98,487 miles
  • 2014 – 93,843 miles
  • 2013 – 87,649 miles
  • 2012 – 83,681 miles
  • 2011 – 79,337 miles
  • 2010 – 74,608 miles
  • 2009 – 66,809 miles
  • 2008 – 57,107 miles
  • 2007 – 49,403 miles
  • 2006 – 41,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,099 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside handbrake works late
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and attatchments corroded
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield worn and dropped on exhaust pipe
  • AdvisoryRear inner sills areas 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.

  • Both nearside tyres low tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,099 miles (+8,285)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    148,099 miles
    Test number
    472833959550
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake works late
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and attatchments corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield worn and dropped on exhaust pipe
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills areas corroded

  2. Pass139,814 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    139,814 miles
    Test number
    576013696719
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipes are corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle

  3. Fail139,805 miles (+7,244)3 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,805 miles
    Test number
    722367563427
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,561 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2022
    Odometer
    132,561 miles
    Test number
    520433594425
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside tyres low tread

  5. Fail132,560 miles (+2,685)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,560 miles
    Test number
    450650016650
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside tyres low tread

  6. Pass129,875 miles (+7,679)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    129,875 miles
    Test number
    135311423214
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass122,196 miles (+7,101)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    122,196 miles
    Test number
    715390341498
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield worn and insecure

  8. Pass115,095 miles (+9,881)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    115,095 miles
    Test number
    384312795233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,214 miles (+6,727)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    105,214 miles
    Test number
    406900430354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,487 miles (+4,644)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    98,487 miles
    Test number
    819933315206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,843 miles (+6,194)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    93,843 miles
    Test number
    938878314236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,649 miles (+3,968)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    87,649 miles
    Test number
    107037503286
    • NoteCuts on n/side front outer tyre wall
    • NoteO/side rear outer tyre wall cracking

  13. Pass83,681 miles (+4,344)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    83,681 miles
    Test number
    245043322225
    • NoteOff/side rear outer tyre tread and walls cracked

  14. Pass79,337 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    79,337 miles
    Test number
    818170721263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail79,337 miles (+4,729)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,337 miles
    Test number
    897707811255
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass74,608 miles (+7,799)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    74,608 miles
    Test number
    364401830476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,809 miles (+9,702)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    66,809 miles
    Test number
    874380199151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,107 miles (+7,704)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    57,107 miles
    Test number
    470553288147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,403 miles (+7,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    49,403 miles
    Test number
    252593797193
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass41,444 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    41,444 miles
    Test number
    103754876124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,406 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,406 miles
    Test number
    444063176122
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffrside front tyre has nail in tread area & getting low 3mm on inner edge

Questions about Y278 HAR

Does Y278 HAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 HAR expired on 10 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 HAR?
The MOT on Y278 HAR expired on 10 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 HAR done?
Y278 HAR was recorded at 148,099 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2023, an average of 6,166 miles a year.
Has Y278 HAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 HAR has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2022.
Has the mileage on Y278 HAR 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 HAR find?
Y278 HAR passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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