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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y299 GVXMOT history

Y299 GVX is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 100,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

Y299 GVX blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
100,086 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y299 GVX
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
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y299 GVX was last recorded at 100,086 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 67 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,019 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
67 miles
Average per year
4,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,086 miles
  • 2025 – 98,265 miles
  • 2024 – 94,091 miles
  • 2023 – 91,046 miles
  • 2022 – 89,331 miles
  • 2021 – 81,341 miles
  • 2020 – 75,225 miles
  • 2019 – 69,075 miles
  • 2018 – 65,918 miles
  • 2017 – 61,047 miles
  • 2016 – 56,318 miles
  • 2015 – 52,330 miles
  • 2014 – 46,683 miles
  • 2013 – 42,925 miles
  • 2012 – 35,237 miles
  • 2011 – 32,198 miles
  • 2010 – 27,568 miles
  • 2009 – 24,191 miles
  • 2008 – 21,468 miles
  • 2007 – 18,534 miles
  • 2006 – 15,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,086 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Headlamp lens deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass100,086 miles (+67)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    100,086 miles
    Test number
    394950072324
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail100,019 miles (+1,754)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,019 miles
    Test number
    302251409842
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass98,265 miles (+4,174)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    98,265 miles
    Test number
    303012883459
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass94,091 miles (+3,045)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,091 miles
    Test number
    360266954317
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass91,046 miles (+1,715)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    91,046 miles
    Test number
    627588323093
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass89,331 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    89,331 miles
    Test number
    301278110766
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Fail89,331 miles (+7,990)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,331 miles
    Test number
    531598375996
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass81,341 miles (+6,116)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,341 miles
    Test number
    929755430451
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Equipment's stored not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass75,225 miles (+6,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    75,225 miles
    Test number
    693862201845
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Pass69,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    69,075 miles
    Test number
    107625566165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,075 miles (+3,157)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,075 miles
    Test number
    983242316947
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass65,918 miles (+23)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,918 miles
    Test number
    717963501294
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  13. Fail65,895 miles (+4,848)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,895 miles
    Test number
    709613182731
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  14. Pass61,047 miles (+4,729)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,047 miles
    Test number
    278305754085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,318 miles (+3,988)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,318 miles
    Test number
    225834086079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail52,330 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,330 miles
    Test number
    697583775100
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  17. Pass52,330 miles (+5,647)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    52,330 miles
    Test number
    708083875190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,683 miles (+3,758)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,683 miles
    Test number
    375641184159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,925 miles
    Test number
    785382073135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,925 miles (+7,688)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,925 miles
    Test number
    959282173189
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  21. Pass35,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,237 miles
    Test number
    967321582133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,221 miles (+3,023)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,221 miles
    Test number
    245391382492
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  23. Pass32,198 miles (+4,630)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,198 miles
    Test number
    825979461133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,568 miles (+3,377)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,568 miles
    Test number
    733980970167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,191 miles (+2,723)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    24,191 miles
    Test number
    261225979166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,468 miles (+2,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    21,468 miles
    Test number
    203265378198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass18,534 miles (+3,439)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,534 miles
    Test number
    393167977198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass15,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    15,095 miles
    Test number
    512067376113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y299 GVX

Does Y299 GVX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y299 GVX is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y299 GVX?
The MOT on Y299 GVX is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y299 GVX done?
Y299 GVX was recorded at 100,086 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 4,204 miles a year.
Has Y299 GVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y299 GVX has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y299 GVX 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 Y299 GVX find?
Y299 GVX passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: offside rear coil spring corroded; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side, and 1 more.

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