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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y36 YOAMOT history

Y36 YOA is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 8 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 145,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2025.

Y36 YOA black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2025
Mileage
145,457 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y36 YOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y36 YOA was last recorded at 145,457 miles on 18 Jun 2025, 3,465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,992 miles · 13 May 2024
Between the last two tests
3,465 miles
Average per year
4,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,457 miles
  • 2024 – 141,992 miles
  • 2023 – 139,155 miles
  • 2022 – 136,465 miles
  • 2021 – 135,385 miles
  • 2020 – 134,259 miles
  • 2019 – 131,131 miles
  • 2018 – 127,938 miles
  • 2017 – 124,024 miles
  • 2016 – 120,626 miles
  • 2015 – 118,193 miles
  • 2014 – 114,851 miles
  • 2013 – 110,081 miles
  • 2012 – 104,639 miles
  • 2011 – 99,461 miles
  • 2010 – 94,021 miles
  • 2009 – 88,806 miles
  • 2008 – 83,068 miles
  • 2007 – 75,729 miles
  • 2006 – 66,927 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,457 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective Both cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Both rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Both front coil springs corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Both rear inner sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Corrosion on offside rear inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front exhaust flexi pipe in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

33 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,457 miles (+3,465)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,457 miles
    Test number
    583303546896
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective Both cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass141,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    141,992 miles
    Test number
    711770227541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail141,992 miles (+2,837)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,992 miles
    Test number
    468037576323
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting WHEEL ARCH AREA (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting INNER SEAL AREA (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass139,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    139,155 miles
    Test number
    425323587423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail139,155 miles (+2,690)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,155 miles
    Test number
    344113854805
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass136,465 miles (+1,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    136,465 miles
    Test number
    501741211152
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass135,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    135,385 miles
    Test number
    889193119122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail135,385 miles (+1,126)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,385 miles
    Test number
    636276546571
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass134,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2021
    Odometer
    134,259 miles
    Test number
    352065864320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail134,259 miles (+3,128)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,259 miles
    Test number
    986561100749
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SEAL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass131,131 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2020
    Odometer
    131,131 miles
    Test number
    589330620699
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded

  12. Fail131,123 miles (+3,185)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,123 miles
    Test number
    249012857413
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded

  13. Pass127,938 miles (+30)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    127,938 miles
    Test number
    286074737150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside rear inner sill
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront service brake imbalance
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  14. Fail127,908 miles (+3,884)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,908 miles
    Test number
    923191705704
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheelarch (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheelarch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside rear inner sill
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront service brake imbalance
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  15. Pass124,024 miles (+3,398)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    124,024 miles
    Test number
    701921800259
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres close to limit
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel filler neck pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/r inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear of engine components oily

  16. Pass120,626 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    120,626 miles
    Test number
    932961716066
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear inner sills and inner wheelarches
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe split

  17. Fail120,612 miles (+2,419)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,612 miles
    Test number
    208034717642
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheelarch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheelarch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear inner sills and inner wheelarches
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe split

  18. Pass118,193 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    118,193 miles
    Test number
    766947615115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail118,143 miles (+3,292)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,143 miles
    Test number
    426611515122
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass114,851 miles (+55)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    114,851 miles
    Test number
    317231094006
    • NoteExhaust deteriating
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn uneven
    • NoteRear suspension components corroding

  21. Fail114,796 miles (+4,715)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,796 miles
    Test number
    968174084009
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteExhaust deteriating
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn uneven
    • NoteRear suspension components corroding

  22. Pass110,081 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    110,081 miles
    Test number
    519745913125
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteDamage to nearside front tyre sidewall
    • NoteFront tyres wearing uneven os close to limit
    • NoteNearside rear suspension coilspring corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  23. Fail110,081 miles (+5,442)1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,081 miles
    Test number
    535805513137
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteDamage to nearside front tyre sidewall
    • NoteFront tyres wearing uneven os close to limit
    • NoteNearside rear suspension coilspring corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  24. Pass104,639 miles (+5,178)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    104,639 miles
    Test number
    316074612138
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly
    • NoteFront coil springs corroded
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion on both rear inner sills
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect both outer sills due to covers fitted

  25. Pass99,461 miles (+5,440)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    99,461 miles
    Test number
    355950811151
    • NoteBoth front coil springs corroded
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteSlight corrosion on both rear inner sills
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers fitted

  26. Pass94,021 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    94,021 miles
    Test number
    270431310405
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring corroded
    • NoteOffside front coil spring corroded
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on inner edge

  27. Fail94,021 miles (+5,215)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,021 miles
    Test number
    724531010175
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring corroded
    • NoteOffside front coil spring corroded
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on inner edge

  28. Pass88,806 miles (+5,738)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    88,806 miles
    Test number
    271970219132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass83,068 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    83,068 miles
    Test number
    264235918477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail83,063 miles (+7,334)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,063 miles
    Test number
    291454518144
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  31. Pass75,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    580950017191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail75,729 miles (+8,802)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    922349307195
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass66,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,927 miles
    Test number
    321121716181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y36 YOA

Does Y36 YOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y36 YOA expired on 12 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y36 YOA?
The MOT on Y36 YOA expired on 12 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y36 YOA done?
Y36 YOA was recorded at 145,457 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2025, an average of 4,099 miles a year.
Has Y36 YOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y36 YOA has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y36 YOA 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 Y36 YOA find?
Y36 YOA failed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2025 with 6 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 5 more.

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