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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,499 cc

Y29 VCAMOT history

Y29 VCA is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 4 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 99,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

Y29 VCA black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
99,137 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y29 VCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
4 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y29 VCA was last recorded at 99,137 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 5,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
93,528 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,609 miles
Average per year
6,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,137 miles
  • 2025 – 93,528 miles
  • 2024 – 85,910 miles
  • 2023 – 79,839 miles
  • 2022 – 72,314 miles
  • 2021 – 61,233 miles
  • 2020 – 55,337 miles
  • 2019 – 51,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,137 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts worn on inner edges (205/55R16) (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears starting to corrode at unions (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 13 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,137 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    99,137 miles
    Test number
    552250448582
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts worn on inner edges (205/55R16) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears starting to corrode at unions (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail99,134 miles (+5,606)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,134 miles
    Test number
    429346945352
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts worn on inner edges (205/55R16) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears starting to corrode at unions (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass93,528 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    93,528 miles
    Test number
    543247855281
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE ON 2MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE ON 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail93,528 miles (+7,618)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,528 miles
    Test number
    595382907778
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE ON 2MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE ON 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass85,910 miles (+6,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    85,910 miles
    Test number
    862065540055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass79,839 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,839 miles
    Test number
    990663923559
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on the outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail79,839 miles (+7,525)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,839 miles
    Test number
    202374072070
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on the outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass72,314 miles (+11,081)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,314 miles
    Test number
    647815147432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,233 miles (+5,896)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    61,233 miles
    Test number
    505758230834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,337 miles (+3,524)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,337 miles
    Test number
    194926638734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2020
    Odometer
    51,813 miles
    Test number
    922771300887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y29 VCA

Does Y29 VCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y29 VCA is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y29 VCA?
The MOT on Y29 VCA is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y29 VCA done?
Y29 VCA was recorded at 99,137 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 6,892 miles a year.
Has Y29 VCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y29 VCA has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y29 VCA 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 Y29 VCA find?
Y29 VCA passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts worn on inner edges (205/55r16); nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears, and 1 more.

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