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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y298 JFMMOT history

Y298 JFM is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 6 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 May 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 144,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2025.

Y298 JFM green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 May 2026
Mileage
144,117 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 JFM
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
6 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 JFM was last recorded at 144,117 miles on 29 Apr 2025, 12,655 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Apr 2009: 33,196 miles, lower than 36,542 miles on 28 Nov 2008.

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
131,462 miles · 30 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
12,655 miles
Average per year
6,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,117 miles
  • 2024 – 131,462 miles
  • 2023 – 124,527 miles
  • 2022 – 119,073 miles
  • 2021 – 115,762 miles
  • 2020 – 112,031 miles
  • 2019 – 107,827 miles
  • 2018 – 103,173 miles
  • 2017 – 98,835 miles
  • 2016 – 93,469 miles
  • 2015 – 86,550 miles
  • 2014 – 78,462 miles
  • 2013 – 70,375 miles
  • 2012 – 62,387 miles
  • 2011 – 55,335 miles
  • 2010 – 47,363 miles
  • 2009 – 33,196 miles
  • 2008 – 36,542 miles
  • 2007 – 29,666 miles
  • 2006 – 24,362 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,117 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear sills corroded os+ns

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,117 miles (+12,655)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    144,117 miles
    Test number
    372748393105
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear sills corroded os+ns

  2. Pass131,462 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    131,462 miles
    Test number
    332493362746
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail131,459 miles (+6,932)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,459 miles
    Test number
    426326525812
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front 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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass124,527 miles (+33)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    124,527 miles
    Test number
    455778097211
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail124,494 miles (+5,421)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,494 miles
    Test number
    375889404028
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass119,073 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    119,073 miles
    Test number
    966081593807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail119,073 miles (+3,311)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,073 miles
    Test number
    164652770743
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass115,762 miles (+3,731)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    115,762 miles
    Test number
    303741943309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass112,031 miles (+4,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    112,031 miles
    Test number
    539817694514
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass107,827 miles (+4,654)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2020
    Odometer
    107,827 miles
    Test number
    893956047184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,173 miles (+4,338)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,173 miles
    Test number
    166274835127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,835 miles (+5,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,835 miles
    Test number
    896247699156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  13. Pass93,469 miles (+6,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    93,469 miles
    Test number
    759038390345
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass86,550 miles (+8,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    86,550 miles
    Test number
    215225285026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass78,462 miles (+8,087)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,462 miles
    Test number
    735236684028
    • NoteOsf tyre starting to wear on inner edge

  16. Pass70,375 miles (+7,988)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    70,375 miles
    Test number
    249775983042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,387 miles (+7,052)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,387 miles
    Test number
    878309282092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,335 miles (+7,972)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,335 miles
    Test number
    148064291056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,363 miles (+14,167)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,363 miles
    Test number
    342301390050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,196 miles (-3,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    33,196 miles
    Test number
    944442699067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass36,542 miles (+2,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    36,542 miles
    Test number
    160803738327
    • 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)

  22. Pass33,967 miles (+4,301)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,967 miles
    Test number
    730195198054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,666 miles (+5,304)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,666 miles
    Test number
    152824797427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    24,362 miles
    Test number
    733087096092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail24,362 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,362 miles
    Test number
    734857996051
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about Y298 JFM

Does Y298 JFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y298 JFM expired on 10 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y298 JFM?
The MOT on Y298 JFM expired on 10 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y298 JFM done?
Y298 JFM was recorded at 144,117 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2025, an average of 6,283 miles a year.
Has Y298 JFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 JFM has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y298 JFM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Apr 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y298 JFM find?
Y298 JFM passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2025 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 2 more.

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