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Ford Focus

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y281 MNOMOT history

Y281 MNO is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 3 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 99,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2025.

Y281 MNO grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Jun 2026
Mileage
99,816 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 MNO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 MNO was last recorded at 99,816 miles on 7 Jun 2025, 2,973 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,843 miles · 8 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,973 miles
Average per year
3,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,816 miles
  • 2024 – 96,843 miles
  • 2023 – 92,154 miles
  • 2022 – 86,513 miles
  • 2021 – 83,344 miles
  • 2020 – 70,827 miles
  • 2019 – 66,669 miles
  • 2018 – 63,812 miles
  • 2016 – 56,319 miles
  • 2015 – 49,953 miles
  • 2014 – 48,612 miles
  • 2013 – 47,252 miles
  • 2012 – 45,849 miles
  • 2011 – 44,819 miles
  • 2010 – 43,585 miles
  • 2009 – 41,802 miles
  • 2008 – 39,061 miles
  • 2007 – 35,579 miles
  • 2006 – 31,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,816 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear inner sill slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,816 miles (+2,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    99,816 miles
    Test number
    732544034927
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass96,843 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    96,843 miles
    Test number
    452963445710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail96,836 miles (+4,682)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,836 miles
    Test number
    337608530827
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass92,154 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    92,154 miles
    Test number
    418710897076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail92,154 miles (+5,641)3 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,154 miles
    Test number
    881866453687
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass86,513 miles (+45)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    86,513 miles
    Test number
    728100812526
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner sill slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail86,468 miles (+3,124)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,468 miles
    Test number
    980089773968
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner sill slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,344 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    83,344 miles
    Test number
    535375715492
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail83,325 miles (+12,498)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,325 miles
    Test number
    695602722274
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (195/60x15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass70,827 miles (+4,158)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    70,827 miles
    Test number
    767566253863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,669 miles (+2,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,669 miles
    Test number
    783651334918
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing slightly

  12. Pass63,812 miles (+7,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    63,812 miles
    Test number
    136634983580
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass56,319 miles (+5,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    56,319 miles
    Test number
    130126603787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass50,421 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    50,421 miles
    Test number
    835289739529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,953 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,953 miles
    Test number
    347415145055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    48,612 miles
    Test number
    486933824038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,612 miles (+1,360)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,612 miles
    Test number
    426883524053
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass47,252 miles (+1,403)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    47,252 miles
    Test number
    389326053076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,849 miles (+1,030)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,849 miles
    Test number
    769348842007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,819 miles (+1,234)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,819 miles
    Test number
    467171071004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,585 miles (+1,783)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,585 miles
    Test number
    893454050024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,802 miles (+2,741)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    41,802 miles
    Test number
    213408159052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,061 miles (+3,482)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    39,061 miles
    Test number
    154139058431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,579 miles (+4,410)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    35,579 miles
    Test number
    951384057068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    31,169 miles
    Test number
    590366646049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y281 MNO

Does Y281 MNO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y281 MNO expired on 6 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y281 MNO?
The MOT on Y281 MNO expired on 6 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y281 MNO done?
Y281 MNO was recorded at 99,816 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2025, an average of 3,555 miles a year.
Has Y281 MNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 MNO has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y281 MNO 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 MNO find?
Y281 MNO passed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: rear coil spring corroded.

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