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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y324 JELMOT history

Y324 JEL is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2024 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2023.

Y324 JEL red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2024
Mileage
125,752 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y324 JEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y324 JEL was last recorded at 125,752 miles on 24 Jan 2023, 2,467 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,285 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
2,467 miles
Average per year
3,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 125,752 miles
  • 2022 – 123,285 miles
  • 2020 – 122,030 miles
  • 2019 – 121,627 miles
  • 2018 – 119,980 miles
  • 2016 – 114,190 miles
  • 2014 – 111,452 miles
  • 2013 – 107,176 miles
  • 2012 – 102,381 miles
  • 2011 – 97,474 miles
  • 2009 – 91,753 miles
  • 2007 – 78,108 miles
  • 2006 – 59,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,752 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,752 miles (+2,467)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    125,752 miles
    Test number
    148620407936
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass123,285 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    123,285 miles
    Test number
    400994435655
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail123,285 miles (+1,255)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,285 miles
    Test number
    694589008090
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass122,030 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,030 miles
    Test number
    359572395398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail122,028 miles (+401)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,028 miles
    Test number
    149835570804
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass121,627 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,627 miles
    Test number
    544302299448
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail121,627 miles (+1,647)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,627 miles
    Test number
    959909695117
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass119,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    119,980 miles
    Test number
    707851977896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,980 miles (+5,790)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,980 miles
    Test number
    112142663291
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass114,190 miles (+2,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    114,190 miles
    Test number
    267794957930
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both side (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both side (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass111,452 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    111,452 miles
    Test number
    697091324212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail111,450 miles (+4,274)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,450 miles
    Test number
    845002914296
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass107,176 miles (+4,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    107,176 miles
    Test number
    216137603195
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass102,381 miles (+4,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,381 miles
    Test number
    888742672064
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass97,474 miles (+5,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    97,474 miles
    Test number
    379226831087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass91,753 miles (+4,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    91,753 miles
    Test number
    402172429414
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass87,741 miles (+9,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    87,741 miles
    Test number
    121887609426
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass78,108 miles (+18,673)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    78,108 miles
    Test number
    542669527271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    59,435 miles
    Test number
    662237256191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail59,435 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,435 miles
    Test number
    663517156187
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brakes noisy on test

Questions about Y324 JEL

Does Y324 JEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y324 JEL expired on 25 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y324 JEL?
The MOT on Y324 JEL expired on 25 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y324 JEL done?
Y324 JEL was recorded at 125,752 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2023, an average of 3,987 miles a year.
Has Y324 JEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y324 JEL has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y324 JEL 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 Y324 JEL find?
Y324 JEL passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2023 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 4 more.

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