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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y296 GCYMOT history

Y296 GCY is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 88,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2021.

Y296 GCY red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2022
Mileage
88,524 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2021
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 GCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y296 GCY was last recorded at 88,524 miles on 3 Dec 2021, 581 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Nov 2017: 71,395 miles, lower than 72,917 miles on 8 Nov 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
87,943 miles · 12 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
581 miles
Average per year
3,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 88,524 miles
  • 2020 – 87,943 miles
  • 2019 – 84,920 miles
  • 2018 – 77,483 miles
  • 2017 – 71,395 miles
  • 2016 – 66,345 miles
  • 2015 – 64,653 miles
  • 2014 – 63,306 miles
  • 2013 – 61,122 miles
  • 2012 – 57,583 miles
  • 2011 – 54,121 miles
  • 2010 – 49,584 miles
  • 2009 – 44,243 miles
  • 2008 – 39,408 miles
  • 2007 – 35,359 miles
  • 2006 – 30,436 miles
  • 2005 – 25,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,524 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryN/s/wing mirror glass missing
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all rear suspension components

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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Engine man light on ref 8.2.1.2(h)/7

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,524 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,524 miles
    Test number
    972626138341
    • AdvisoryN/s/wing mirror glass missing
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all rear suspension components

  2. Fail88,524 miles (+581)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,524 miles
    Test number
    693349972622
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/wing mirror glass missing
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all rear suspension components

  3. Pass87,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    87,943 miles
    Test number
    181941202862
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully assess rear seats and belts

  4. Fail87,941 miles (+3,021)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,941 miles
    Test number
    678712354258
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake inadequately mounted brake caliper retaining spring snapped and protruding (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully assess rear seats and belts

  5. Pass84,920 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,920 miles
    Test number
    843747664418
    • AdvisoryEngine man light on ref 8.2.1.2(h)/7

  6. Fail84,901 miles (+7,418)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,901 miles
    Test number
    469759593777
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine man light on ref 8.2.1.2(h)/7

  7. Pass77,483 miles (+6,088)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    77,483 miles
    Test number
    433554936857
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi corroding
    • AdvisoryTemp repair made to o/s wing mirror
    • AdvisoryTemp repair made to rear exhaust hanger

  8. Pass71,395 miles (-1,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    71,395 miles
    Test number
    355521601385
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail72,917 miles (+6,572)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,917 miles
    Test number
    760061880246
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported mid hanger broken (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryEngine idle problem

  10. Pass66,345 miles (+1,692)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    66,345 miles
    Test number
    706556084142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,653 miles (+1,347)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    64,653 miles
    Test number
    630730478628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    63,306 miles
    Test number
    266791934357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,304 miles (+2,182)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,304 miles
    Test number
    499461834314
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass61,122 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    61,122 miles
    Test number
    447776323346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    57,583 miles
    Test number
    547733432334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,583 miles (+3,462)2 failures3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,583 miles
    Test number
    858083732381
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Fail54,121 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,121 miles
    Test number
    139879621327
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass54,121 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    54,121 miles
    Test number
    449599821485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,584 miles
    Test number
    421760230432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,584 miles (+5,341)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,584 miles
    Test number
    643036420378
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass44,243 miles (+4,835)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    44,243 miles
    Test number
    374338829319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,408 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    39,408 miles
    Test number
    891697938356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail39,407 miles (+4,048)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,407 miles
    Test number
    350207738388
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass35,359 miles (+4,923)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    35,359 miles
    Test number
    570771237340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    30,436 miles
    Test number
    723055726313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,431 miles (+4,992)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,431 miles
    Test number
    442655226385
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass25,439 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    25,439 miles
    Test number
    323745215338
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Questions about Y296 GCY

Does Y296 GCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y296 GCY expired on 6 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y296 GCY?
The MOT on Y296 GCY expired on 6 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y296 GCY done?
Y296 GCY was recorded at 88,524 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2021, an average of 3,928 miles a year.
Has Y296 GCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 GCY has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y296 GCY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Nov 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y296 GCY find?
Y296 GCY passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2021 with 2 advisories: n/s/wing mirror glass missing; surface corrosion to all rear suspension components.

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