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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y279 BPEMOT history

Y279 BPE is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 92,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

Y279 BPE black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
92,023 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,220 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 BPE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 BPE was last recorded at 92,023 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,012 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,220 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,023 miles
  • 2025 – 90,734 miles
  • 2024 – 88,655 miles
  • 2023 – 87,328 miles
  • 2022 – 86,857 miles
  • 2021 – 86,373 miles
  • 2020 – 85,939 miles
  • 2019 – 85,120 miles
  • 2018 – 84,030 miles
  • 2017 – 82,762 miles
  • 2016 – 81,452 miles
  • 2015 – 79,656 miles
  • 2014 – 76,525 miles
  • 2013 – 73,060 miles
  • 2012 – 69,794 miles
  • 2011 – 66,003 miles
  • 2010 – 62,541 miles
  • 2009 – 58,620 miles
  • 2008 – 55,016 miles
  • 2007 – 50,957 miles
  • 2006 – 47,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,023 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear Subframe surface rusting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,023 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    92,023 miles
    Test number
    723101021421
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail92,012 miles (+1,278)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,012 miles
    Test number
    296426126262
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,734 miles (+2,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    90,734 miles
    Test number
    249479472134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass88,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,655 miles
    Test number
    967075504052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail88,653 miles (+1,325)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,653 miles
    Test number
    327643832976
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass87,328 miles (+471)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    87,328 miles
    Test number
    292154404597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass86,857 miles (+484)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    86,857 miles
    Test number
    973368947550
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe heavily corroded but not leaking

  8. Pass86,373 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    86,373 miles
    Test number
    409626613126
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe surface rusting

  9. Fail86,370 miles (+431)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,370 miles
    Test number
    619518521051
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe surface rusting

  10. Pass85,939 miles (+819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    85,939 miles
    Test number
    875940115860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre wall cracking

  11. Pass85,120 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,120 miles
    Test number
    139011927326
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail85,120 miles (+1,090)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,120 miles
    Test number
    883680346840
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill panel holed. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass84,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,030 miles
    Test number
    593353605089
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail84,030 miles (+1,268)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,030 miles
    Test number
    905928955044
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass82,762 miles (+1,310)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,762 miles
    Test number
    689203750233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,452 miles
    Test number
    886826869577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,452 miles (+1,796)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,452 miles
    Test number
    196031263339
    • Repaired at testNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  18. Pass79,656 miles (+3,131)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,656 miles
    Test number
    839912535108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,525 miles (+3,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    76,525 miles
    Test number
    636912034118
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass73,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,060 miles
    Test number
    257413833176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,060 miles (+3,266)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,060 miles
    Test number
    516943833123
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  22. Pass69,794 miles (+3,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    69,794 miles
    Test number
    778637632177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass66,003 miles (+3,462)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,003 miles
    Test number
    478407331100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,541 miles (+3,921)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    62,541 miles
    Test number
    183534040172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,620 miles (+3,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    58,620 miles
    Test number
    290100049465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass55,016 miles (+4,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    55,016 miles
    Test number
    813499148184
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass50,957 miles (+3,789)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    50,957 miles
    Test number
    613166637191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,168 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    47,168 miles
    Test number
    522797436122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y279 BPE

Does Y279 BPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y279 BPE is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y279 BPE?
The MOT on Y279 BPE is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y279 BPE done?
Y279 BPE was recorded at 92,023 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 2,220 miles a year.
Has Y279 BPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 BPE has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y279 BPE 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 Y279 BPE find?
Y279 BPE passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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