Ford logo

Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,753 cc

Y879 XFRMOT history

Y879 XFR is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 4 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 184,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2023.

Y879 XFR blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Nov 2024
Mileage
184,887 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,569 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for Y879 XFR in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 XFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 XFR was last recorded at 184,887 miles on 20 Nov 2023, 9,828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,059 miles · 9 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
9,828 miles
Average per year
6,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 184,887 miles
  • 2022 – 175,059 miles
  • 2021 – 166,935 miles
  • 2020 – 155,902 miles
  • 2019 – 148,298 miles
  • 2018 – 147,106 miles
  • 2017 – 146,128 miles
  • 2016 – 141,244 miles
  • 2015 – 135,882 miles
  • 2014 – 126,926 miles
  • 2013 – 118,355 miles
  • 2012 – 112,138 miles
  • 2011 – 106,849 miles
  • 2010 – 99,757 miles
  • 2009 – 88,322 miles
  • 2008 – 81,968 miles
  • 2007 – 75,872 miles
  • 2006 – 69,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,887 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • N/s/f fog lamp glass broken.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass184,887 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    184,887 miles
    Test number
    312937237180
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail184,887 miles (+9,828)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,887 miles
    Test number
    980015679687
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass175,059 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    175,059 miles
    Test number
    424102119903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp glass broken.

  4. Fail175,059 miles (+8,124)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,059 miles
    Test number
    167713950850
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp glass broken.

  5. Pass166,935 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    166,935 miles
    Test number
    890030947354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail166,916 miles (+11,014)4 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,916 miles
    Test number
    438999883399
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass155,902 miles (+161)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    155,902 miles
    Test number
    495856834369
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Chassis rails very rusty

  8. Fail155,741 miles (+7,443)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,741 miles
    Test number
    225376033517
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill and wheel arch closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Chassis rails very rusty

  9. Pass148,298 miles (+1,192)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    148,298 miles
    Test number
    649513936653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass147,106 miles (+978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    147,106 miles
    Test number
    311105196001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass146,128 miles (+4,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    146,128 miles
    Test number
    112554245373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass141,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    141,244 miles
    Test number
    381734772716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail141,239 miles (+5,357)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,239 miles
    Test number
    736033689047
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass135,882 miles (+8,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    135,882 miles
    Test number
    438758585195
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass126,926 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    126,926 miles
    Test number
    906010364157
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside door mirror backing missing

  16. Fail126,926 miles (+8,571)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,926 miles
    Test number
    699890964103
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside door mirror backing missing

  17. Pass118,355 miles (+6,217)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    118,355 miles
    Test number
    209313343433
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Fail112,138 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,138 miles
    Test number
    286552432487
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass112,138 miles (+5,289)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    112,138 miles
    Test number
    377222532162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass106,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    106,849 miles
    Test number
    216601531179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail106,846 miles (+7,089)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,846 miles
    Test number
    287261331122
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass99,757 miles (+11,435)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    99,757 miles
    Test number
    242553730423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass88,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    88,322 miles
    Test number
    862129939119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail92,179 miles (+10,211)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,179 miles
    Test number
    531439239142
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass81,968 miles (+6,096)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    81,968 miles
    Test number
    953553128144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass75,872 miles (+6,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    75,872 miles
    Test number
    753680317130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass69,401 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    69,401 miles
    Test number
    554632016161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y879 XFR

Does Y879 XFR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y879 XFR expired on 19 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y879 XFR?
The MOT on Y879 XFR expired on 19 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y879 XFR done?
Y879 XFR was recorded at 184,887 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2023, an average of 6,569 miles a year.
Has Y879 XFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 XFR has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y879 XFR 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 XFR find?
Y879 XFR passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened.

Related registrations

Browse all Y879 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.