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Ford Focus

Gold · Diesel · 2001 · 1,753 cc

Y286 RVSMOT history

Y286 RVS is a gold diesel Ford Focus first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 131,533 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2022.

Y286 RVS gold Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2022
Mileage
131,533 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2022
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y286 RVS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y286 RVS was last recorded at 131,533 miles on 31 Oct 2022, 1,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,512 miles · 12 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,021 miles
Average per year
5,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 131,533 miles
  • 2021 – 130,512 miles
  • 2020 – 130,181 miles
  • 2019 – 127,915 miles
  • 2018 – 125,756 miles
  • 2017 – 122,754 miles
  • 2016 – 117,606 miles
  • 2015 – 112,110 miles
  • 2014 – 108,553 miles
  • 2013 – 103,216 miles
  • 2012 – 96,548 miles
  • 2011 – 86,543 miles
  • 2010 – 80,615 miles
  • 2009 – 73,886 miles
  • 2008 – 62,809 miles
  • 2007 – 56,810 miles
  • 2006 – 48,249 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,533 miles
  • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,533 miles (+1,021)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,533 miles
    Test number
    140009949734
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  2. Pass130,512 miles (+331)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    130,512 miles
    Test number
    508999671217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass130,181 miles (+2,266)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    130,181 miles
    Test number
    204399887572
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on all rear underbody
    • AdvisoryUnable to see pads re full wheel trims fitted

  4. Pass127,915 miles (+2,159)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,915 miles
    Test number
    366034839378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass125,756 miles (+3,002)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    125,756 miles
    Test number
    192848251501
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion under body (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  6. Pass122,754 miles (+93)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    122,754 miles
    Test number
    800694875157
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail122,661 miles (+5,055)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,661 miles
    Test number
    182587287228
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings yellow marked (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper starting to smear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass117,606 miles (+95)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    117,606 miles
    Test number
    404650847684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.A.1)

  9. Fail117,511 miles (+5,401)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,511 miles
    Test number
    471453108526
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.A.1)

  10. Pass112,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    112,110 miles
    Test number
    568283015107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail112,102 miles (+3,549)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,102 miles
    Test number
    206593915417
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

  12. Pass108,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    108,553 miles
    Test number
    505708014114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail108,553 miles (+5,337)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,553 miles
    Test number
    615368514119
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass103,216 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    103,216 miles
    Test number
    278789013195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail103,216 miles (+6,668)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,216 miles
    Test number
    405879913176
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass96,548 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    96,548 miles
    Test number
    919497412178
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail96,548 miles (+10,005)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,548 miles
    Test number
    648297312158
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass86,543 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,543 miles
    Test number
    156123121147
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  19. Fail86,543 miles (+5,928)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,543 miles
    Test number
    486083421110
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  20. Pass80,615 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    80,615 miles
    Test number
    400770120137
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail80,615 miles (+6,729)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,615 miles
    Test number
    244240320498
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail73,886 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,886 miles
    Test number
    220951129483
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass73,886 miles (+11,077)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    73,886 miles
    Test number
    984821329107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    62,809 miles
    Test number
    372429718133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail62,809 miles (+5,999)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,809 miles
    Test number
    860299418142
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

  26. Pass56,810 miles (+8,561)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,810 miles
    Test number
    391587217122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,249 miles
    Test number
    414358916182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail48,249 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,249 miles
    Test number
    742047616184
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y286 RVS

Does Y286 RVS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y286 RVS expired on 2 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y286 RVS?
The MOT on Y286 RVS expired on 2 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y286 RVS done?
Y286 RVS was recorded at 131,533 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2022, an average of 5,044 miles a year.
Has Y286 RVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y286 RVS has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y286 RVS 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 Y286 RVS find?
Y286 RVS failed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2022 with 7 major defects and 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; nearside rear suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened, and 10 more.

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