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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y878 NNCMOT history

Y878 NNC is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 27 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 171,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2024.

Y878 NNC red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2024
Mileage
171,789 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,224 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 NNC
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
27 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y878 NNC was last recorded at 171,789 miles on 6 Sept 2024, 6,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,268 miles · 7 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
6,521 miles
Average per year
7,224 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 171,789 miles
  • 2023 – 165,268 miles
  • 2022 – 158,287 miles
  • 2021 – 151,749 miles
  • 2020 – 145,415 miles
  • 2019 – 138,797 miles
  • 2018 – 131,463 miles
  • 2017 – 123,021 miles
  • 2016 – 114,548 miles
  • 2015 – 105,018 miles
  • 2014 – 96,688 miles
  • 2013 – 90,196 miles
  • 2012 – 83,211 miles
  • 2011 – 76,312 miles
  • 2010 – 69,636 miles
  • 2009 – 62,730 miles
  • 2008 – 55,163 miles
  • 2007 – 47,471 miles
  • 2006 – 39,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail171,789 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened main arm /spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases hole in centre box and front flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • 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 from rear drum (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from rear drum (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm main bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both trailing arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside front wing both offside doors and offside rear arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both outer sills covers fitted not allowing full and complete inspection (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S AND O/S (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail171,789 miles (+6,521)11 major19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,789 miles
    Test number
    644755267084
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened main arm /spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases hole in centre box and front flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • 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 from rear drum (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from rear drum (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm main bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both trailing arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside front wing both offside doors and offside rear arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both outer sills covers fitted not allowing full and complete inspection (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  2. Pass165,268 miles (+6,981)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    165,268 miles
    Test number
    110664510789
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s all corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wheelarch rims (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass158,287 miles (+6,538)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    158,287 miles
    Test number
    742415886986
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened REAR, SUSPENSION SUBFRAME, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOUTER SILL COVERS FITTED, UNABLE TO CHECK CORROSION.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass151,749 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    151,749 miles
    Test number
    826029945188
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective BROKEN. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OUTER BUSHES, STARTING TO SPLIT. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, BADLY CORRODED.

  5. Fail151,742 miles (+6,327)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,742 miles
    Test number
    505985105752
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested NO DIPPED BEAM. (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective BROKEN. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OUTER BUSHES, STARTING TO SPLIT. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, BADLY CORRODED.

  6. Pass145,415 miles (+6,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    145,415 miles
    Test number
    115676871624
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S AND O/S CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass138,797 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    138,797 miles
    Test number
    927720795323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail138,792 miles (+7,329)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,792 miles
    Test number
    777335870647
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (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))

  9. Pass131,463 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    131,463 miles
    Test number
    893426784641
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S AND O/S (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail131,458 miles (+8,437)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,458 miles
    Test number
    510194703727
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S AND O/S (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass123,021 miles (+8,473)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    123,021 miles
    Test number
    763230223288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOuter SILL COVERS FITTED
    • AdvisoryPOWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL LOW

  12. Pass114,548 miles (+9,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    114,548 miles
    Test number
    940740110000
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S AND O/S (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass105,018 miles (+8,330)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    105,018 miles
    Test number
    266128515125
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted

  14. Pass96,688 miles (+6,492)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,688 miles
    Test number
    297196224109
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteDents in front of rear n/s door
    • NoteN/s front wiper blade split on ends
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted

  15. Pass90,196 miles (+6,985)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    90,196 miles
    Test number
    277520223132
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteVarious brake pipes around underside of vehicle corroded

  16. Pass83,211 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    83,211 miles
    Test number
    805669102148
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteSlight dampness around steering rack area

  17. Fail83,211 miles (+6,899)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,211 miles
    Test number
    685279802113
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteSlight dampness around steering rack area

  18. Pass76,312 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    76,312 miles
    Test number
    219270231157
    • NoteRear number plate starting to peel away
    • NoteSlight dampness detected around o/s steering rack gaitor

  19. Fail76,312 miles (+6,676)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,312 miles
    Test number
    257460131122
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to peel away
    • NoteSlight dampness detected around o/s steering rack gaitor

  20. Pass69,636 miles (+6,906)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    69,636 miles
    Test number
    271041730175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,730 miles (+7,567)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    62,730 miles
    Test number
    244181839420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    55,163 miles
    Test number
    264741528450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail55,163 miles (+7,692)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,163 miles
    Test number
    243311728120
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass47,471 miles (+8,073)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    47,471 miles
    Test number
    681569627101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,398 miles
    Test number
    392270536199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y878 NNC

Does Y878 NNC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y878 NNC expired on 14 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y878 NNC?
The MOT on Y878 NNC expired on 14 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y878 NNC done?
Y878 NNC was recorded at 171,789 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2024, an average of 7,224 miles a year.
Has Y878 NNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 NNC has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on Y878 NNC 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 NNC find?
Y878 NNC failed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2024 with 11 major defects and 19 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened main arm /spring mount, and 27 more.

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