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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y879 EBAMOT history

Y879 EBA is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 70,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

Y879 EBA silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
70,065 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 EBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 EBA was last recorded at 70,065 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 2,324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,741 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,324 miles
Average per year
3,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,065 miles
  • 2025 – 67,741 miles
  • 2024 – 65,701 miles
  • 2023 – 61,877 miles
  • 2022 – 56,077 miles
  • 2021 – 51,306 miles
  • 2020 – 48,823 miles
  • 2019 – 46,446 miles
  • 2018 – 44,455 miles
  • 2017 – 41,574 miles
  • 2016 – 38,760 miles
  • 2015 – 29,105 miles
  • 2014 – 22,469 miles
  • 2013 – 16,443 miles
  • 2012 – 12,579 miles
  • 2011 – 12,147 miles
  • 2010 – 11,670 miles
  • 2009 – 10,917 miles
  • 2008 – 10,390 miles
  • 2007 – 9,700 miles
  • 2006 – 9,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,065 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,065 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    70,065 miles
    Test number
    443569954535
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail70,065 miles (+2,324)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,065 miles
    Test number
    927683150713
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass67,741 miles (+2,040)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    67,741 miles
    Test number
    616326363097
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass65,701 miles (+3,824)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    65,701 miles
    Test number
    214188993832
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass61,877 miles (+5,800)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    61,877 miles
    Test number
    809536763232
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass56,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    56,077 miles
    Test number
    361198410573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail56,077 miles (+4,771)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,077 miles
    Test number
    776462569932
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass51,306 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    51,306 miles
    Test number
    769561532217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail51,305 miles (+2,482)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,305 miles
    Test number
    100707566611
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass48,823 miles (+2,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    48,823 miles
    Test number
    241489989008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass46,446 miles (+1,991)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,446 miles
    Test number
    254893667851
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering rack light misting of oil. (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass44,455 miles (+2,881)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    44,455 miles
    Test number
    126391344892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,574 miles (+2,814)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    41,574 miles
    Test number
    620995707032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,760 miles (+9,655)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,760 miles
    Test number
    162169907924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,105 miles (+6,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    29,105 miles
    Test number
    376390085144
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass22,469 miles (+6,026)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    22,469 miles
    Test number
    406431684196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail16,443 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,443 miles
    Test number
    147258963188
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass16,443 miles (+3,864)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    16,443 miles
    Test number
    708128863173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,579 miles (+432)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    12,579 miles
    Test number
    776197372140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,147 miles (+477)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    12,147 miles
    Test number
    938412571194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,670 miles (+753)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    11,670 miles
    Test number
    243037760455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,917 miles (+527)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    10,917 miles
    Test number
    324898269168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,390 miles (+690)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    10,390 miles
    Test number
    210738978115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,700 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    9,700 miles
    Test number
    912300787135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    9,105 miles
    Test number
    840510686176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y879 EBA

Does Y879 EBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y879 EBA is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y879 EBA?
The MOT on Y879 EBA is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y879 EBA done?
Y879 EBA was recorded at 70,065 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 3,001 miles a year.
Has Y879 EBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 EBA has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y879 EBA 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 Y879 EBA find?
Y879 EBA passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes front and rear; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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