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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y893 BOTMOT history

Y893 BOT is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 135,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

Y893 BOT green Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
135,963 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y893 BOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y893 BOT was last recorded at 135,963 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 4,164 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,799 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,164 miles
Average per year
5,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,963 miles
  • 2024 – 131,799 miles
  • 2023 – 127,629 miles
  • 2022 – 122,675 miles
  • 2021 – 115,126 miles
  • 2020 – 110,012 miles
  • 2019 – 103,221 miles
  • 2018 – 96,804 miles
  • 2017 – 90,370 miles
  • 2016 – 85,797 miles
  • 2015 – 82,137 miles
  • 2014 – 77,538 miles
  • 2013 – 72,396 miles
  • 2012 – 67,960 miles
  • 2011 – 62,993 miles
  • 2010 – 56,877 miles
  • 2009 – 50,215 miles
  • 2008 – 42,467 miles
  • 2007 – 34,429 miles
  • 2006 – 30,478 miles
  • 2005 – 25,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,963 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides --- inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear axle rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,963 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    135,963 miles
    Test number
    409930729049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail135,963 miles (+4,164)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,963 miles
    Test number
    295493960407
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass131,799 miles (+4,170)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    131,799 miles
    Test number
    673272998283
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides -- bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides --- inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components have corrosion

  4. Pass127,629 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    127,629 miles
    Test number
    297842910435
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides --- bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides --- inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroding

  5. Fail127,626 miles (+4,951)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,626 miles
    Test number
    609209814755
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides --- bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides --- inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroding

  6. Pass122,675 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    122,675 miles
    Test number
    297814903506
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion of rear subframe and suspension components
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres very lightly perished on main tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail122,675 miles (+7,549)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,675 miles
    Test number
    490440451854
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion of rear subframe and suspension components
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres very lightly perished on main tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass115,126 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    115,126 miles
    Test number
    197356347052
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle rusty

  9. Fail115,126 miles (+5,114)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,126 miles
    Test number
    206683713668
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle rusty

  10. Pass110,012 miles (+6,791)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,012 miles
    Test number
    566806516041
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle beam corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass103,221 miles (+6,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,221 miles
    Test number
    368260647363
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass96,804 miles (+6,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    96,804 miles
    Test number
    446518881010
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass90,370 miles (+4,573)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    90,370 miles
    Test number
    329932527264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,797 miles (+3,660)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,797 miles
    Test number
    942636421634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,137 miles (+4,599)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    82,137 miles
    Test number
    885547775156
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass77,538 miles (+5,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,538 miles
    Test number
    965654664195
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass72,396 miles (+4,436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,396 miles
    Test number
    835068653190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass67,960 miles (+4,967)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    67,960 miles
    Test number
    496358362145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,993 miles (+6,116)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    62,993 miles
    Test number
    558372581154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,877 miles (+6,662)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,877 miles
    Test number
    182186970198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,215 miles (+7,748)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    50,215 miles
    Test number
    801661689139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,467 miles (+8,038)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,467 miles
    Test number
    971469678124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,429 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    34,429 miles
    Test number
    844996187132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass34,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    34,329 miles
    Test number
    632112577118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,329 miles (+3,851)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,329 miles
    Test number
    490552877182
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass30,478 miles (+4,824)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    30,478 miles
    Test number
    362133566151
    • NoteNote slight play in osf link arm joint

  27. Pass25,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    25,654 miles
    Test number
    234422675153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y893 BOT

Does Y893 BOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y893 BOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y893 BOT?
The MOT on Y893 BOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y893 BOT done?
Y893 BOT was recorded at 135,963 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 5,400 miles a year.
Has Y893 BOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y893 BOT has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y893 BOT 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 Y893 BOT find?
Y893 BOT passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge; offside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 2 more.

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