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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y281 SBPMOT history

Y281 SBP is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 26 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 166,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2022.

Y281 SBP green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2023
Mileage
166,030 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 SBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 SBP was last recorded at 166,030 miles on 9 Mar 2022, 11,257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
154,773 miles · 16 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
11,257 miles
Average per year
7,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 166,030 miles
  • 2021 – 154,773 miles
  • 2020 – 150,632 miles
  • 2019 – 145,552 miles
  • 2018 – 139,512 miles
  • 2017 – 131,251 miles
  • 2016 – 120,774 miles
  • 2015 – 112,171 miles
  • 2014 – 103,005 miles
  • 2013 – 94,667 miles
  • 2012 – 85,988 miles
  • 2011 – 78,592 miles
  • 2010 – 69,973 miles
  • 2009 – 61,529 miles
  • 2008 – 51,189 miles
  • 2007 – 45,485 miles
  • 2006 – 39,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,030 miles
  • 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))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,030 miles (+11,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    166,030 miles
    Test number
    982901675911
    • 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))

  2. Pass154,773 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    154,773 miles
    Test number
    678983849002
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail154,773 miles (+4,141)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,773 miles
    Test number
    279038836802
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass150,632 miles (+5,080)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    150,632 miles
    Test number
    380686481318
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass145,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    145,552 miles
    Test number
    951508751043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail145,548 miles (+6,036)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,548 miles
    Test number
    821384683128
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass139,512 miles (+8,261)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    139,512 miles
    Test number
    918842608082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  8. Pass131,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    131,251 miles
    Test number
    268187018281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail131,251 miles (+10,477)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,251 miles
    Test number
    982009666053
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass120,774 miles (+8,603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    120,774 miles
    Test number
    433436360695
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass112,171 miles (+9,166)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    112,171 miles
    Test number
    898600305180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,005 miles (+8,338)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    103,005 miles
    Test number
    296616104122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass94,667 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    94,667 miles
    Test number
    667632303101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail94,667 miles (+8,679)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,667 miles
    Test number
    209722003168
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass85,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    85,988 miles
    Test number
    188251002153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,988 miles (+7,396)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,988 miles
    Test number
    668481302156
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass78,592 miles (+8,619)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    78,592 miles
    Test number
    867717791065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,973 miles (+8,444)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    69,973 miles
    Test number
    751387190027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth headlights on low setting unable to adjust on dash switch

  19. Pass61,529 miles (+10,340)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,529 miles
    Test number
    500268599064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,189 miles (+5,704)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    51,189 miles
    Test number
    531489698016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f drive shaft support bearing noisy

  21. Pass45,485 miles (+6,326)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,485 miles
    Test number
    961391707146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,159 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,159 miles
    Test number
    254102906124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to perish on sidewalls.

Questions about Y281 SBP

Does Y281 SBP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y281 SBP expired on 17 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y281 SBP?
The MOT on Y281 SBP expired on 17 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y281 SBP done?
Y281 SBP was recorded at 166,030 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2022, an average of 7,976 miles a year.
Has Y281 SBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 SBP has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on Y281 SBP 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 SBP find?
Y281 SBP passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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