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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y281 KPTMOT history

Y281 KPT is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 8 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 82,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2025.

Y281 KPT green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2026
Mileage
82,422 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2025
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 KPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 KPT was last recorded at 82,422 miles on 1 Jul 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,414 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,422 miles
  • 2024 – 81,885 miles
  • 2023 – 81,039 miles
  • 2022 – 80,010 miles
  • 2021 – 78,820 miles
  • 2020 – 77,402 miles
  • 2019 – 75,413 miles
  • 2018 – 72,488 miles
  • 2017 – 69,747 miles
  • 2016 – 67,126 miles
  • 2015 – 64,419 miles
  • 2014 – 61,354 miles
  • 2013 – 57,575 miles
  • 2012 – 53,858 miles
  • 2011 – 49,948 miles
  • 2010 – 45,701 miles
  • 2009 – 41,584 miles
  • 2008 – 37,606 miles
  • 2007 – 33,580 miles
  • 2006 – 30,263 miles
  • 2005 – 28,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,422 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all susp components heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both heavily perished 185/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryAdvancing underbody corrosionRecorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Heavy corrosion to suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass82,422 miles (+8)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    82,422 miles
    Test number
    642938686471
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all susp components heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both heavily perished 185/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvancing underbody corrosion
  2. Fail82,414 miles (+529)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,414 miles
    Test number
    949576859194
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all susp components heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both heavily perished 185/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvancing underbody corrosion
  3. Pass81,885 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    81,885 miles
    Test number
    347171292611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to suspension components
  4. Fail81,879 miles (+840)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,879 miles
    Test number
    678951457677
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to suspension components
  5. Pass81,039 miles (+1,029)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    81,039 miles
    Test number
    118838201819
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass80,010 miles (+1,190)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    80,010 miles
    Test number
    443113650337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,820 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    78,820 miles
    Test number
    963062174000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail78,820 miles (+1,418)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,820 miles
    Test number
    750053453138
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass77,402 miles (+1,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    77,402 miles
    Test number
    132990525383
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass75,413 miles (+2,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,413 miles
    Test number
    658260393015
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
  11. Pass72,488 miles (+2,741)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,488 miles
    Test number
    338002730345
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing screen
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
  12. Pass69,747 miles (+2,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    69,747 miles
    Test number
    540557511081
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens cracked
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Pass67,126 miles (+2,707)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,126 miles
    Test number
    958905838658
    • AdvisoryFront wipers a bit smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracked
  14. Pass64,419 miles (+3,065)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    64,419 miles
    Test number
    915210175108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,354 miles (+3,779)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    61,354 miles
    Test number
    265289294494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,575 miles (+3,717)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    57,575 miles
    Test number
    468652893106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,858 miles (+3,910)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    53,858 miles
    Test number
    226681502259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,948 miles (+4,247)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,948 miles
    Test number
    105821201259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,701 miles (+4,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    45,701 miles
    Test number
    420253600215
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass41,584 miles (+3,978)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,584 miles
    Test number
    350575209424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,606 miles (+4,026)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    37,606 miles
    Test number
    183856808238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,580 miles (+3,317)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    33,580 miles
    Test number
    153998007291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,263 miles (+1,708)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    30,263 miles
    Test number
    641597806200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    28,555 miles
    Test number
    722528405232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y281 KPT

Does Y281 KPT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y281 KPT expired on 30 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y281 KPT?
The MOT on Y281 KPT expired on 30 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y281 KPT done?
Y281 KPT was recorded at 82,422 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2025, an average of 2,703 miles a year.
Has Y281 KPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 KPT has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y281 KPT 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 KPT find?
Y281 KPT passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective clouding; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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