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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y878 WOLMOT history

Y878 WOL is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 16 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 91,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2024.

Y878 WOL blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2022
Mileage
91,879 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 WOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y878 WOL was last recorded at 91,879 miles on 22 Feb 2024, 1,315 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,564 miles · 25 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,315 miles
Average per year
3,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,879 miles
  • 2021 – 90,564 miles
  • 2020 – 89,842 miles
  • 2019 – 88,907 miles
  • 2018 – 86,629 miles
  • 2017 – 79,180 miles
  • 2016 – 75,821 miles
  • 2015 – 73,004 miles
  • 2014 – 69,354 miles
  • 2013 – 66,800 miles
  • 2012 – 64,627 miles
  • 2011 – 60,757 miles
  • 2010 – 55,944 miles
  • 2009 – 50,892 miles
  • 2008 – 45,154 miles
  • 2007 – 39,197 miles
  • 2006 – 32,703 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail91,879 miles
  • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • 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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted.
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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 hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail91,879 miles (+1,315)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,879 miles
    Test number
    232415355802
    • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass90,564 miles (+722)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,564 miles
    Test number
    480486827090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass89,842 miles (+935)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,842 miles
    Test number
    697584845187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe very rusty

  4. Pass88,907 miles (+2,278)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,907 miles
    Test number
    610033019922
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox

  5. Pass86,629 miles (+7,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    86,629 miles
    Test number
    886038071012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion from rear end of vehicle

  6. Pass79,180 miles (+3,359)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    79,180 miles
    Test number
    888385220044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre is slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass75,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,821 miles
    Test number
    970545039723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail75,821 miles (+2,817)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,821 miles
    Test number
    522315039936
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass73,004 miles (+3,650)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,004 miles
    Test number
    235328312472
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers are split
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber is slightly worn
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe is in poor condition
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear seats are folded down

  10. Pass69,354 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,354 miles
    Test number
    316285034336
    • NoteRear seats folded down

  11. Fail69,354 miles (+2,554)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,354 miles
    Test number
    725912034331
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteRear seats folded down

  12. Pass66,800 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    66,800 miles
    Test number
    175012223344
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre Perished

  13. Fail66,800 miles (+2,173)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,800 miles
    Test number
    508212723301
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre Perished

  14. Pass64,627 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,627 miles
    Test number
    288738932365
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail64,627 miles (+3,870)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,627 miles
    Test number
    415148532481
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass60,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    60,757 miles
    Test number
    405172231418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,757 miles (+4,813)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,757 miles
    Test number
    588862731358
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass55,944 miles (+5,052)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    55,944 miles
    Test number
    904899970236
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise air con could be leaking

  19. Pass50,892 miles (+5,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    50,892 miles
    Test number
    391717469265
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass45,154 miles (+5,957)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,154 miles
    Test number
    883100098212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,197 miles (+6,494)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    39,197 miles
    Test number
    614221797210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    32,703 miles
    Test number
    364024986268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y878 WOL

Does Y878 WOL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y878 WOL expired on 2 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y878 WOL?
The MOT on Y878 WOL expired on 2 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y878 WOL done?
Y878 WOL was recorded at 91,879 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2024, an average of 3,408 miles a year.
Has Y878 WOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 WOL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y878 WOL 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 WOL find?
Y878 WOL failed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2024 with 6 major defects and 5 advisories: front subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 8 more.

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