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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y296 GRCMOT history

Y296 GRC is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 156,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2023.

Y296 GRC green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2023
Mileage
156,258 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 GRC
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
1 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
3 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y296 GRC was last recorded at 156,258 miles on 3 May 2023, 3,234 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,024 miles · 30 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
3,234 miles
Average per year
7,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,258 miles
  • 2022 – 153,024 miles
  • 2021 – 148,500 miles
  • 2019 – 144,219 miles
  • 2018 – 142,189 miles
  • 2017 – 140,266 miles
  • 2016 – 134,758 miles
  • 2015 – 128,987 miles
  • 2014 – 121,454 miles
  • 2013 – 115,192 miles
  • 2012 – 105,546 miles
  • 2011 – 93,159 miles
  • 2010 – 76,284 miles
  • 2009 – 60,803 miles
  • 2008 – 44,484 miles
  • 2007 – 28,988 miles
  • 2006 – 24,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,258 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Bottom of Wing Corroded but not likely to cause injury
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Wear in steering rack.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Tow bar mounting areas corroded & only just acceptable.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view A Zone.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both outer sills becoming weakened by corrosion, just acceptable.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front exhaust mount corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • O/S/R brake pipe corroding.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail156,258 miles (+3,234)1 dangerous6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,258 miles
    Test number
    634922655099
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bottom of Wing Corroded but not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass153,024 miles (+4,524)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    153,024 miles
    Test number
    273940382512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,500 miles (+4,281)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    148,500 miles
    Test number
    894270310958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded but no sharp edges at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass144,219 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    144,219 miles
    Test number
    879976118532
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view A Zone. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Wear in steering rack.
    • AdvisoryTow bar mounting areas corroded & only just acceptable.

  5. Fail144,219 miles (+2,030)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,219 miles
    Test number
    964461785224
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view A Zone. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Wear in steering rack.
    • AdvisoryTow bar mounting areas corroded & only just acceptable.

  6. Pass142,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    142,189 miles
    Test number
    265665611617
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills becoming weakened by corrosion, just acceptable.
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount corroded.
    • AdvisoryO/S/R brake pipe corroding.

  7. Fail142,189 miles (+1,923)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,189 miles
    Test number
    502566046325
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills becoming weakened by corrosion, just acceptable.
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount corroded.
    • AdvisoryO/S/R brake pipe corroding.

  8. Pass140,266 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    140,266 miles
    Test number
    406439777823
    • AdvisoryFront of O/S outer sill becoming weak & just acceptable.
    • AdvisoryRear of N/S outer sill becoming weak, just acceptable.
    • AdvisorySlight play in O/S steering.

  9. Fail140,266 miles (+5,508)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,266 miles
    Test number
    326217327759
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront of O/S outer sill becoming weak & just acceptable.
    • AdvisoryRear of N/S outer sill becoming weak, just acceptable.
    • AdvisorySlight play in O/S steering.

  10. Pass134,758 miles (+5,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    134,758 miles
    Test number
    608389894157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear SILL WEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear SILL WEAK

  11. Pass128,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    128,987 miles
    Test number
    878824195123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail128,987 miles (+7,533)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,987 miles
    Test number
    525684595100
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass121,454 miles (+6,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    121,454 miles
    Test number
    689585084159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass115,192 miles (+9,646)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    115,192 miles
    Test number
    667529673100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,546 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    105,546 miles
    Test number
    408314672106
    • 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)

  16. Fail105,546 miles (+12,387)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,546 miles
    Test number
    175932772135
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  17. Pass93,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    93,159 miles
    Test number
    676949581100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail93,159 miles (+16,875)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,159 miles
    Test number
    697979781142
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass76,284 miles (+15,481)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    76,284 miles
    Test number
    291353980189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,803 miles
    Test number
    213819089124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,803 miles (+16,319)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,803 miles
    Test number
    320769789199
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  22. Pass44,484 miles (+15,496)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,484 miles
    Test number
    254894488453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,988 miles (+4,356)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,988 miles
    Test number
    312340797154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    24,632 miles
    Test number
    824331006294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y296 GRC

Does Y296 GRC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y296 GRC expired on 29 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y296 GRC?
The MOT on Y296 GRC expired on 29 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y296 GRC done?
Y296 GRC was recorded at 156,258 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2023, an average of 7,842 miles a year.
Has Y296 GRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 GRC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2023.
Has the mileage on Y296 GRC 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 Y296 GRC find?
Y296 GRC failed its latest MOT on 3 May 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, and 15 more.

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