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Ford Focus

Gold · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y279 KCUMOT history

Y279 KCU is a gold petrol Ford Focus first used on 6 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 39 MOT tests, with 94,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

Y279 KCU gold Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
94,116 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
39
20 passed · 19 failed
Per year
3,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 KCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 KCU was last recorded at 94,116 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,076 miles · 1 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
3,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,116 miles
  • 2024 – 92,267 miles
  • 2023 – 89,556 miles
  • 2022 – 86,081 miles
  • 2021 – 83,609 miles
  • 2020 – 81,601 miles
  • 2019 – 77,550 miles
  • 2018 – 73,686 miles
  • 2017 – 72,104 miles
  • 2016 – 69,783 miles
  • 2015 – 66,618 miles
  • 2014 – 63,402 miles
  • 2013 – 60,162 miles
  • 2012 – 56,966 miles
  • 2011 – 53,131 miles
  • 2010 – 49,319 miles
  • 2009 – 44,818 miles
  • 2008 – 40,682 miles
  • 2007 – 36,385 miles
  • 2006 – 31,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,116 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

39 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,116 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    94,116 miles
    Test number
    699423259599
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail94,076 miles (+1,809)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,076 miles
    Test number
    256333297628
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,267 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    92,267 miles
    Test number
    310010868278
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail92,267 miles (+2,711)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,267 miles
    Test number
    278194352061
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass89,556 miles (+36)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    89,556 miles
    Test number
    177006060773
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail89,520 miles (+3,439)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,520 miles
    Test number
    965332346027
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass86,081 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    86,081 miles
    Test number
    816950223754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail86,078 miles (+2,469)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,078 miles
    Test number
    674365291780
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass83,609 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    83,609 miles
    Test number
    300551830069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail83,601 miles (+2,000)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,601 miles
    Test number
    165634341362
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass81,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,601 miles
    Test number
    593175873439
    • 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))

  12. Fail81,601 miles (+4,051)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,601 miles
    Test number
    374010739880
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (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))

  13. Pass77,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,550 miles
    Test number
    695223493614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,543 miles (+3,857)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,543 miles
    Test number
    594313579455
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass73,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,686 miles
    Test number
    350929805533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail73,684 miles (+1,580)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,684 miles
    Test number
    449596910269
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut insecure top mount bolt on tight X3 (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass72,104 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    72,104 miles
    Test number
    205160076393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail72,098 miles (+2,315)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,098 miles
    Test number
    909272709069
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass69,783 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,783 miles
    Test number
    942957614610
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil appears very low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both - Worn down to wear limit cut out (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail69,780 miles (+3,162)1 dangerous3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,780 miles
    Test number
    663541468805
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate Dim (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil appears very low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both - Worn down to wear limit cut out (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass66,618 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,618 miles
    Test number
    277759225149
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside mirror cover missing

  22. Fail66,618 miles (+3,216)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,618 miles
    Test number
    798828925163
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside mirror cover missing

  23. Pass63,402 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    63,402 miles
    Test number
    245153924180
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front mirror casing missing

  24. Fail63,402 miles (+3,240)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,402 miles
    Test number
    275982324123
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front mirror casing missing

  25. Fail60,162 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,162 miles
    Test number
    295990833499
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  26. Pass60,162 miles (+3,196)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,162 miles
    Test number
    308890833165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  27. Pass56,966 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,966 miles
    Test number
    805465122175
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  28. Fail56,966 miles (+3,835)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,966 miles
    Test number
    228435622482
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePower steering fluid level appears low

  29. Pass53,131 miles (+9)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,131 miles
    Test number
    266474621482
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePower steering fluid appears low

  30. Fail53,122 miles (+3,803)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,122 miles
    Test number
    847323021125
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant level appears low
    • NotePower steering fluid appears low

  31. Pass49,319 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,319 miles
    Test number
    193597820150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant level very low

  32. Fail49,319 miles (+4,501)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,319 miles
    Test number
    391347920189
    • DangerousNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant level very low

  33. Pass44,818 miles (+14)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,818 miles
    Test number
    824162539103
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant level low

  34. Fail44,804 miles (+4,122)4 dangerous3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,804 miles
    Test number
    844221539145
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant level low

  35. Pass40,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,682 miles
    Test number
    172893928142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail40,682 miles (+4,297)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,682 miles
    Test number
    500983028151
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  37. Pass36,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,385 miles
    Test number
    270295117192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Fail36,385 miles (+5,089)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,385 miles
    Test number
    914975417120
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  39. Pass31,296 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,296 miles
    Test number
    132447596045
    • NoteHand brake needs attention
    • NoteSlight uneven rise fall to rear brakes

Questions about Y279 KCU

Does Y279 KCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y279 KCU is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y279 KCU?
The MOT on Y279 KCU is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y279 KCU done?
Y279 KCU was recorded at 94,116 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 3,206 miles a year.
Has Y279 KCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 KCU has failed 19 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y279 KCU 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 KCU find?
Y279 KCU passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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