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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,388 cc

Y281 JODMOT history

Y281 JOD is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 7 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 110,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

Y281 JOD silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
110,459 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 JOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 JOD was last recorded at 110,459 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,456 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,459 miles
  • 2024 – 106,740 miles
  • 2023 – 103,915 miles
  • 2022 – 101,494 miles
  • 2021 – 99,109 miles
  • 2020 – 95,490 miles
  • 2019 – 91,949 miles
  • 2018 – 87,109 miles
  • 2017 – 83,226 miles
  • 2016 – 81,846 miles
  • 2015 – 72,751 miles
  • 2014 – 70,093 miles
  • 2013 – 66,041 miles
  • 2012 – 60,605 miles
  • 2011 – 50,436 miles
  • 2010 – 49,207 miles
  • 2009 – 44,152 miles
  • 2008 – 40,351 miles
  • 2007 – 37,024 miles
  • 2006 – 31,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,459 miles
  • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance high
  • AdvisoryRear seat belts un bolted
  • AdvisoryRear seats removed
  • AdvisoryBoot would not open but can gain access by seats
  • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt frayed at bottom
  • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear damper mounts has corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear inner sills has corrosion
  • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear road springs has corrosion
  • AdvisoryNo revising lamp

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 hand brake has little reserve travel

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear sill end cap has body filler in iy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear sill end cap/ wheel arch has corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear rear brake imbalance high 25%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear road springs has corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • A bit smoky when reved

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass110,459 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    110,459 miles
    Test number
    602533435104
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance high
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts un bolted
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed
    • AdvisoryBoot would not open but can gain access by seats
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt frayed at bottom
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear damper mounts has corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear inner sills has corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear road springs has corrosion
    • AdvisoryNo revising lamp
  2. Fail110,456 miles (+3,716)12 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,456 miles
    Test number
    242376818793
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended fowling cowling (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle at 64% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation only 44 (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill/arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner brake pad looks thin
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed at the bottom (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear boot would not open but could gain access by seats
    • AdvisoryRear road springs has heavy corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear damper mounts has corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear inner sill's has corrosion
    • AdvisoryNo revering lamps
  3. Pass106,740 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    106,740 miles
    Test number
    910383760021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill end cap has body filler in iy
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill end cap/ wheel arch has corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake imbalance high 25%
    • AdvisoryRear road springs has corrosion
    • AdvisoryA bit smoky when reved
    • AdvisoryKnock off o/s/r wheel when brake applied
  4. Fail106,740 miles (+2,825)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,740 miles
    Test number
    266272610622
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect needs polishing (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect needs polishing (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake master cylinder below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill end cap has body filler in iy
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill end cap/ wheel arch has corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake imbalance high 25%
    • AdvisoryRear road springs has corrosion
    • AdvisoryA bit smoky when reved
    • AdvisoryKnock off o/s/r wheel when brake applied
  5. Pass103,915 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    103,915 miles
    Test number
    220563777214
    • AdvisoryRear service brake high imbalance
    • AdvisoryA bit smoky when revved
    • AdvisoryCorrosion almost reaching rear sub-frame mounts and rear arm mounts
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear chassis has corrosion/holed by rear seat belt mounts
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted
  6. Fail103,915 miles (+2,421)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,915 miles
    Test number
    603569067776
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorVehicle Identification Number has more than one different number displayed (0.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake high imbalance
    • AdvisoryA bit smoky when revved
    • AdvisoryCorrosion almost reaching rear sub-frame mounts and rear arm mounts
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear chassis has corrosion/holed by rear seat belt mounts
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted
  7. Pass101,494 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    101,494 miles
    Test number
    687187865907
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake hose cracking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust small leak at rear box
    • AdvisoryEngine a bit smokey
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear end sill caps has corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear seats and buckles removed
  8. Fail101,493 miles (+2,384)1 dangerous6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,493 miles
    Test number
    726799597863
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle at 31% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake hose cracking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust small leak at rear box
    • AdvisoryEngine a bit smokey
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear end sill caps has corrosion
  9. Pass99,109 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,109 miles
    Test number
    585854614769
    • AdvisoryEngine showing signs of a slight misfire
  10. Fail99,099 miles (+3,609)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,099 miles
    Test number
    573304929860
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working front windscreen washers not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front n/s lower ball joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working front o/s side light out (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine showing signs of a slight misfire
  11. Pass95,490 miles (+23)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,490 miles
    Test number
    536452355136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer body shows damage
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box shows signs of gasses leak
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps show corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle shows signs of corrosion
  12. Fail95,467 miles (+3,518)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,467 miles
    Test number
    514842568285
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering floor shows bad damage (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer body shows damage
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box shows signs of gasses leak
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps show corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle shows signs of corrosion
  13. Pass91,949 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,949 miles
    Test number
    340376141720
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame & suspension components shows signs of corrosion
  14. Fail91,946 miles (+4,837)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,946 miles
    Test number
    982723952959
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame & suspension components shows signs of corrosion
  15. Pass87,109 miles (+55)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    87,109 miles
    Test number
    722860458954
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer walls cracking also (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror shows damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror shows damage
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame & suspension components show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps show signs of corrosion
  16. Fail87,054 miles (+3,828)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,054 miles
    Test number
    471991524107
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working N/S/F & O/S/F (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer walls cracking also (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror shows damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror shows damage
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame & suspension components show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps show signs of corrosion
  17. Pass83,226 miles (+1,380)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,226 miles
    Test number
    980551503987
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. foot brake and handbrake (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  18. Pass81,846 miles (+9,095)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    81,846 miles
    Test number
    928539644060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view mirror cover damaged (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view mirror cover missing (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  19. Pass72,751 miles (+2,658)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,751 miles
    Test number
    825917315261
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteBoth front tyres on legal limit and wearing on inner edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close to legal limit and slightly perished
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteO/s wing repeater damaged
  20. Pass70,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,093 miles
    Test number
    185789314213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,093 miles (+4,052)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,093 miles
    Test number
    386679714478
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  22. Pass66,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,041 miles
    Test number
    897973823167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,041 miles (+5,436)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,041 miles
    Test number
    998593123151
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  24. Pass60,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    60,605 miles
    Test number
    175614322182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail60,605 miles (+10,169)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,605 miles
    Test number
    166713022101
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  26. Pass50,436 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,436 miles
    Test number
    336426491060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass50,425 miles (+1,218)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,425 miles
    Test number
    265527771077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,207 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,207 miles
    Test number
    294363140349
    • NoteOil around engine
    • NotePlay in steering
  29. Fail49,207 miles (+5,055)1 dangerous6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,207 miles
    Test number
    811442740333
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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 Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteOil around engine
    • NotePlay in steering
  30. Pass44,152 miles (+45)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,152 miles
    Test number
    591577029315
    • NoteAdvise engine as a lot of engine oil omit filler cap lose
  31. Fail44,107 miles (+3,756)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,107 miles
    Test number
    912454829307
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteAdvise engine as a lot of engine oil omit filler cap lose
  32. Pass40,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    40,351 miles
    Test number
    293297448233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail40,351 miles (+3,327)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,351 miles
    Test number
    810246048221
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
  34. Pass37,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,024 miles
    Test number
    204161117247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  35. Fail37,024 miles (+5,750)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,024 miles
    Test number
    752821317259
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  36. Pass31,274 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,274 miles
    Test number
    123709216285
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y281 JOD

Does Y281 JOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y281 JOD is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y281 JOD?
The MOT on Y281 JOD is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y281 JOD done?
Y281 JOD was recorded at 110,459 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 4,102 miles a year.
Has Y281 JOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 JOD has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y281 JOD 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 Y281 JOD find?
Y281 JOD passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 9 advisories: front brake imbalance high; rear seat belts un bolted; rear seats removed, and 6 more.

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