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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y284 VBPMOT history

Y284 VBP is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 115,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2023.

Y284 VBP green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2024
Mileage
115,066 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y284 VBP
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
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y284 VBP was last recorded at 115,066 miles on 20 Oct 2023, 2,982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,084 miles · 25 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
2,982 miles
Average per year
5,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 115,066 miles
  • 2022 – 112,084 miles
  • 2021 – 108,913 miles
  • 2020 – 105,399 miles
  • 2019 – 99,419 miles
  • 2018 – 92,470 miles
  • 2017 – 87,754 miles
  • 2016 – 85,654 miles
  • 2015 – 80,011 miles
  • 2014 – 74,854 miles
  • 2013 – 69,214 miles
  • 2012 – 62,771 miles
  • 2011 – 56,384 miles
  • 2010 – 50,376 miles
  • 2009 – 43,045 miles
  • 2008 – 36,049 miles
  • 2007 – 29,475 miles
  • 2006 – 23,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,066 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component from reservoir

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside rear light unit slightly loose/top fixing broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Corrosion to both rear inner arch areas (covered by arch liners)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,066 miles (+2,982)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    115,066 miles
    Test number
    181197977338
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass112,084 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    112,084 miles
    Test number
    480629658914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component from reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail112,083 miles (+3,170)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,083 miles
    Test number
    383975122718
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill near driver seat belt mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component from reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass108,913 miles (+3,514)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,913 miles
    Test number
    926906360023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass105,399 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,399 miles
    Test number
    670929544190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light unit slightly loose/top fixing broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner arch areas (covered by arch liners)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill/arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded

  6. Fail105,399 miles (+5,980)2 dangerous1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,399 miles
    Test number
    299004296940
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed bald inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light unit slightly loose/top fixing broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner arch areas (covered by arch liners)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill/arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded

  7. Pass99,419 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,419 miles
    Test number
    883928476724
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit slightly loose/top fixing broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner / outer end sills corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner arch areas (covered by arch liners)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer arch area corroded

  8. Fail99,419 miles (+6,949)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,419 miles
    Test number
    819153925247
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit slightly loose/top fixing broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner / outer end sills corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner arch areas (covered by arch liners)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer arch area corroded

  9. Pass92,470 miles (+4,716)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,470 miles
    Test number
    953394437852
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper slightly split
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills / inner arch areas corroded

  10. Pass87,754 miles (+2,100)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,754 miles
    Test number
    240678351464
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryPower assisted steering rack has a misting of fluid
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass85,654 miles (+5,643)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,654 miles
    Test number
    859038286225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,011 miles (+5,157)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,011 miles
    Test number
    216306705457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,854 miles (+5,640)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,854 miles
    Test number
    936553514113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,214 miles (+6,443)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    69,214 miles
    Test number
    806077403153
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass62,771 miles (+6,387)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,771 miles
    Test number
    918913592065
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside front and offside rear tyres lowish tread
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorating

  16. Pass56,384 miles (+6,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    56,384 miles
    Test number
    279796491002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass50,376 miles (+7,331)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    50,376 miles
    Test number
    531630510185
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low check in 2 to 3000 miles

  18. Pass43,045 miles (+6,996)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    460171019133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,049 miles (+6,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,049 miles
    Test number
    971644918117
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass29,475 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,475 miles
    Test number
    312504217135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,976 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    23,976 miles
    Test number
    252254016485
    • 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)

Questions about Y284 VBP

Does Y284 VBP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y284 VBP expired on 2 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y284 VBP?
The MOT on Y284 VBP expired on 2 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y284 VBP done?
Y284 VBP was recorded at 115,066 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2023, an average of 5,208 miles a year.
Has Y284 VBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y284 VBP has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y284 VBP 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 Y284 VBP find?
Y284 VBP passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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