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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y288 EOBMOT history

Y288 EOB is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 115,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Mar 2024.

Y288 EOB blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2025
Mileage
115,339 mi
At MOT on 29 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,823 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y288 EOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y288 EOB was last recorded at 115,339 miles on 29 Mar 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,337 miles · 28 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,823 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 115,339 miles
  • 2023 – 93,669 miles
  • 2022 – 91,711 miles
  • 2021 – 89,946 miles
  • 2020 – 87,038 miles
  • 2019 – 85,144 miles
  • 2018 – 81,492 miles
  • 2017 – 78,435 miles
  • 2016 – 74,468 miles
  • 2015 – 71,560 miles
  • 2014 – 65,907 miles
  • 2013 – 58,423 miles
  • 2012 – 57,129 miles
  • 2011 – 52,125 miles
  • 2010 – 47,485 miles
  • 2009 – 42,554 miles
  • 2008 – 38,409 miles
  • 2007 – 33,279 miles
  • 2006 – 28,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,339 miles
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,339 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    115,339 miles
    Test number
    243321940284
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail115,337 miles (+21,668)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,337 miles
    Test number
    897214127746
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass93,669 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    93,669 miles
    Test number
    892793473974
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  4. Fail93,664 miles (+1,953)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,664 miles
    Test number
    665113342489
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn front brake discs corroded inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe corroded o/s front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms and coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Pass91,711 miles (+1,765)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    91,711 miles
    Test number
    575704789848
    • AdvisoryBrake discs and pads
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroded
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear reg plate
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

  6. Pass89,946 miles (+2,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    89,946 miles
    Test number
    971381296332
    • AdvisoryFront pads low all brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame corroded

  7. Pass87,038 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    87,038 miles
    Test number
    288589720236
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective exhaust system adequately supported (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing signs of uneven wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill section has a full plastic sill cover fitted preventing examination of outer sill condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing signs of uneven wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill section has a full plastic sill cover fitted preventing examination of outer sill condition
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade rubber torn
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes throughout vehicle showing signs of surface corrosion - remedial action advised

  8. Fail87,038 miles (+1,894)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,038 miles
    Test number
    234681299590
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working bulb replaced (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective exhaust system adequately supported (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing signs of uneven wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill section has a full plastic sill cover fitted preventing examination of outer sill condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing signs of uneven wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill section has a full plastic sill cover fitted preventing examination of outer sill condition
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade rubber torn
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes throughout vehicle showing signs of surface corrosion - remedial action advised

  9. Pass85,144 miles (+3,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,144 miles
    Test number
    115328247748
    • AdvisorySills corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arms corroded

  10. Pass81,492 miles (+3,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    81,492 miles
    Test number
    817878041736
    • AdvisoryFront shockers damp
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  11. Pass78,435 miles (+3,967)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    78,435 miles
    Test number
    426135826401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre as surface cracks on outer side wall
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface rust on all rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface rust on all underside brake pipes

  12. Pass74,468 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    74,468 miles
    Test number
    283738666049
    • AdvisoryVehicle showing signs of slight surface corrosion on underside - remedial action advised

  13. Fail74,468 miles (+2,908)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,468 miles
    Test number
    380648644258
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryVehicle showing signs of slight surface corrosion on underside - remedial action advised

  14. Fail71,560 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,560 miles
    Test number
    927061835050
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Pass71,560 miles (+5,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    71,560 miles
    Test number
    979131035088
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass65,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    65,907 miles
    Test number
    815231524074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,907 miles (+7,484)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,907 miles
    Test number
    567711324017
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass58,423 miles (+1,294)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,423 miles
    Test number
    457952243012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,129 miles (+5,004)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,129 miles
    Test number
    187830672299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    52,125 miles
    Test number
    599167671227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,125 miles (+4,640)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,125 miles
    Test number
    867937471291
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass47,485 miles (+4,931)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,485 miles
    Test number
    213608050212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,554 miles (+4,145)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    42,554 miles
    Test number
    584036669285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,409 miles (+5,130)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,409 miles
    Test number
    982728268251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,279 miles (+4,683)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,279 miles
    Test number
    761255097064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,596 miles
    Test number
    243324396033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y288 EOB

Does Y288 EOB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y288 EOB expired on 2 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y288 EOB?
The MOT on Y288 EOB expired on 2 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y288 EOB done?
Y288 EOB was recorded at 115,339 miles at its MOT on 29 Mar 2024, an average of 4,823 miles a year.
Has Y288 EOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y288 EOB has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y288 EOB 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 Y288 EOB find?
Y288 EOB passed its latest MOT on 29 Mar 2024 with 1 advisory: child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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