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Ford Focus

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

Y40 RCGMOT history

Y40 RCG is a white diesel Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 88,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

Y40 RCG white Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
88,504 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y40 RCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y40 RCG was last recorded at 88,504 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 4,457 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
84,047 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,457 miles
Average per year
5,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,504 miles
  • 2025 – 84,047 miles
  • 2024 – 78,791 miles
  • 2023 – 74,603 miles
  • 2022 – 69,426 miles
  • 2021 – 64,226 miles
  • 2020 – 58,004 miles
  • 2019 – 50,192 miles
  • 2018 – 41,923 miles
  • 2017 – 33,762 miles
  • 2016 – 32,746 miles
  • 2015 – 30,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,504 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,504 miles (+4,457)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    88,504 miles
    Test number
    727089197110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass84,047 miles (+5,256)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    84,047 miles
    Test number
    499525714602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass78,791 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,791 miles
    Test number
    168008111116
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  4. Fail79,781 miles (+5,178)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,781 miles
    Test number
    384164290304
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  5. Pass74,603 miles (+5,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    74,603 miles
    Test number
    778050639243
    • 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))
  6. Pass69,426 miles (+5,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    69,426 miles
    Test number
    915649175030
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both==strong advise (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass64,226 miles (+6,222)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,226 miles
    Test number
    774386956317
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass58,004 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    58,004 miles
    Test number
    563430801431
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail58,002 miles (+7,810)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,002 miles
    Test number
    237842133582
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt small clip insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass50,192 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    50,192 miles
    Test number
    804987856704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect outer sill cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder shield fitted
  11. Fail50,192 miles (+8,269)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,192 miles
    Test number
    102803478656
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect outer sill cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder shield fitted
  12. Pass41,923 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    41,923 miles
    Test number
    787643217076
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays, engine covers and sill covers fitted. Unable to fully inspect.
  13. Fail41,923 miles (+8,161)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,923 miles
    Test number
    314979492455
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays, engine covers and sill covers fitted. Unable to fully inspect.
  14. Pass33,762 miles (+1,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,762 miles
    Test number
    487345548682
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays, sill covers and engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.
  15. Pass32,746 miles (+2,345)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    32,746 miles
    Test number
    831262834906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,401 miles (+4,588)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    30,401 miles
    Test number
    233084776774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    25,813 miles
    Test number
    918200745088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y40 RCG

Does Y40 RCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y40 RCG is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y40 RCG?
The MOT on Y40 RCG is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y40 RCG done?
Y40 RCG was recorded at 88,504 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 5,616 miles a year.
Has Y40 RCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y40 RCG has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y40 RCG 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 Y40 RCG find?
Y40 RCG passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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