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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y297 SDLMOT history

Y297 SDL is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 89,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2025.

Y297 SDL silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2026
Mileage
89,048 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 SDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y297 SDL was last recorded at 89,048 miles on 5 Apr 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,043 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,048 miles
  • 2024 – 80,999 miles
  • 2023 – 73,766 miles
  • 2022 – 67,663 miles
  • 2021 – 62,964 miles
  • 2020 – 57,921 miles
  • 2019 – 55,682 miles
  • 2018 – 54,942 miles
  • 2017 – 54,112 miles
  • 2016 – 53,161 miles
  • 2015 – 52,274 miles
  • 2014 – 51,195 miles
  • 2013 – 50,128 miles
  • 2012 – 48,906 miles
  • 2011 – 47,298 miles
  • 2010 – 45,733 miles
  • 2009 – 43,539 miles
  • 2008 – 38,666 miles
  • 2007 – 33,520 miles
  • 2006 – 28,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,048 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Park brake travel below service standard

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,048 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,048 miles
    Test number
    537590711505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail89,043 miles (+8,044)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,043 miles
    Test number
    540617799574
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass80,999 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    80,999 miles
    Test number
    942098761198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel below service standard

  4. Fail80,995 miles (+7,229)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,995 miles
    Test number
    880478754232
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel below service standard

  5. Pass73,766 miles (+6,103)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    73,766 miles
    Test number
    303585966957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel below service standard

  6. Pass67,663 miles (+4,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    67,663 miles
    Test number
    516523682893
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass62,964 miles (+5,043)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    62,964 miles
    Test number
    953086225738
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass57,921 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    57,921 miles
    Test number
    170075412726
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRattle from engine

  9. Fail57,921 miles (+2,239)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,921 miles
    Test number
    152848922801
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRattle from engine

  10. Pass55,682 miles (+740)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    55,682 miles
    Test number
    557696104353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,942 miles (+830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    54,942 miles
    Test number
    665108523231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  12. Pass54,112 miles (+951)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,112 miles
    Test number
    463288147704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,161 miles (+887)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,161 miles
    Test number
    756866631899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,274 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,274 miles
    Test number
    146449165088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail52,274 miles (+1,079)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,274 miles
    Test number
    616589365016
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass51,195 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,195 miles
    Test number
    117276984494
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail51,195 miles (+1,067)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,195 miles
    Test number
    139716884476
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass50,128 miles (+1,222)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,128 miles
    Test number
    298320173052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,906 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,906 miles
    Test number
    217005872011
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass48,906 miles (+1,608)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,906 miles
    Test number
    448845872068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,298 miles (+1,565)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,298 miles
    Test number
    506170991068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,733 miles (+2,194)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,733 miles
    Test number
    824630360080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,539 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,539 miles
    Test number
    190633389400
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass43,539 miles (+4,873)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    43,539 miles
    Test number
    284523189064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,666 miles (+5,146)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,666 miles
    Test number
    124407088088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,520 miles
    Test number
    522156987021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,519 miles (+5,334)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,519 miles
    Test number
    141036187045
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil added for emissions test

  28. Pass28,185 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,185 miles
    Test number
    821798886032
    • NoteDrivers mirror damaged but still useable

Questions about Y297 SDL

Does Y297 SDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y297 SDL expired on 8 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y297 SDL?
The MOT on Y297 SDL expired on 8 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y297 SDL done?
Y297 SDL was recorded at 89,048 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2025, an average of 3,200 miles a year.
Has Y297 SDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 SDL has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y297 SDL 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 Y297 SDL find?
Y297 SDL passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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