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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,596 cc

Y878 BGBMOT history

Y878 BGB is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 66,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2023.

Y878 BGB blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2023
Mileage
66,730 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 BGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
3 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y878 BGB was last recorded at 66,730 miles on 3 May 2023, 1,613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,117 miles · 15 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
1,613 miles
Average per year
2,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 66,730 miles
  • 2022 – 65,117 miles
  • 2021 – 64,329 miles
  • 2020 – 63,371 miles
  • 2018 – 61,460 miles
  • 2017 – 47,911 miles
  • 2016 – 39,501 miles
  • 2015 – 37,724 miles
  • 2014 – 35,200 miles
  • 2013 – 33,699 miles
  • 2012 – 31,700 miles
  • 2011 – 29,661 miles
  • 2010 – 27,185 miles
  • 2009 – 24,304 miles
  • 2008 – 21,513 miles
  • 2007 – 19,290 miles
  • 2006 – 16,987 miles
  • 2005 – 14,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail66,730 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to leaking brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail66,730 miles (+1,613)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,730 miles
    Test number
    127298529977
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to leaking brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass65,117 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    65,117 miles
    Test number
    913959444169
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Filler neck

  3. Fail65,112 miles (+783)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,112 miles
    Test number
    639450268748
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Filler neck

  4. Pass64,329 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,329 miles
    Test number
    427145141054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail64,321 miles (+950)1 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,321 miles
    Test number
    138826743123
    • DangerousNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass63,371 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,371 miles
    Test number
    214509333251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail63,364 miles (+1,904)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,364 miles
    Test number
    518399690640
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Rear inner sill/wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass61,460 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    61,460 miles
    Test number
    167168536627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail61,455 miles (+25)1 dangerous6 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,455 miles
    Test number
    141390685236
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail61,430 miles (+13,519)2 dangerous8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    650235996461
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger broken

  11. Pass47,911 miles (+8,410)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    47,911 miles
    Test number
    379028705702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,501 miles (+1,777)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    39,501 miles
    Test number
    823431173587
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass37,724 miles (+2,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    37,724 miles
    Test number
    319721776287
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass35,200 miles (+1,501)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    35,200 miles
    Test number
    756833324326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,699 miles (+1,999)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    33,699 miles
    Test number
    428546823411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,700 miles (+2,039)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    31,700 miles
    Test number
    925258612312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,661 miles (+2,476)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    29,661 miles
    Test number
    468498821314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,185 miles (+2,881)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,185 miles
    Test number
    111834840383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,304 miles (+2,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,304 miles
    Test number
    134917609392
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass21,513 miles (+2,223)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,513 miles
    Test number
    180177278290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,290 miles (+2,303)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    19,290 miles
    Test number
    241091517385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,987 miles (+2,796)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    16,987 miles
    Test number
    532958276236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    14,191 miles
    Test number
    694703465271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y878 BGB

Does Y878 BGB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y878 BGB expired on 26 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y878 BGB?
The MOT on Y878 BGB expired on 26 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y878 BGB done?
Y878 BGB was recorded at 66,730 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2023, an average of 2,983 miles a year.
Has Y878 BGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 BGB has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2023.
Has the mileage on Y878 BGB 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 Y878 BGB find?
Y878 BGB failed its latest MOT on 3 May 2023 with 1 dangerous defect and 7 major defects: offside front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; brake performance unable to be tested due to leaking brake pipe; nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, and 5 more.

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