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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

N5 RNSMOT history

N5 RNS is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 19 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 123,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

N5 RNS blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
123,940 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 RNS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 RNS was last recorded at 123,940 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 5,092 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,848 miles · 16 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,092 miles
Average per year
7,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,940 miles
  • 2024 – 118,848 miles
  • 2023 – 114,758 miles
  • 2022 – 110,999 miles
  • 2021 – 106,934 miles
  • 2020 – 103,790 miles
  • 2019 – 98,372 miles
  • 2018 – 88,851 miles
  • 2017 – 78,784 miles
  • 2016 – 68,966 miles
  • 2015 – 59,378 miles
  • 2014 – 43,255 miles
  • 2013 – 32,863 miles
  • 2012 – 26,578 miles
  • 2011 – 19,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,940 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges bald (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges bald (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Coil spring corroded all four

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Clutch anti slip missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,940 miles (+5,092)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,940 miles
    Test number
    869544250722
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges bald (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass118,848 miles (+4,090)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    118,848 miles
    Test number
    926706808406
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass114,758 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    114,758 miles
    Test number
    735970999204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch anti slip missing

  4. Fail114,756 miles (+3,757)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,756 miles
    Test number
    830761534092
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch anti slip missing

  5. Pass110,999 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    110,999 miles
    Test number
    597109320666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail110,999 miles (+4,065)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,999 miles
    Test number
    780226971914
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass106,934 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    106,934 miles
    Test number
    226776992406
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail106,929 miles (+3,139)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,929 miles
    Test number
    640956450241
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass103,790 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    103,790 miles
    Test number
    156166646537
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall cut on nearside rear tyre

  10. Fail103,790 miles (+5,418)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,790 miles
    Test number
    542019805970
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall cut on nearside rear tyre

  11. Pass98,372 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    98,372 miles
    Test number
    555214932389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail98,372 miles (+9,521)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,372 miles
    Test number
    836606773394
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass88,851 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    88,851 miles
    Test number
    976647824263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail88,851 miles (+10,067)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,851 miles
    Test number
    349655843096
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass78,784 miles (+9,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,784 miles
    Test number
    987742597327
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both on inner edges (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on edges and has nail in it

  16. Pass68,966 miles (+9,588)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    68,966 miles
    Test number
    427560657358
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edge

  17. Pass59,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    59,378 miles
    Test number
    253263554018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,378 miles (+16,123)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,378 miles
    Test number
    390969575980
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass43,255 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,255 miles
    Test number
    179235234002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted

  20. Fail43,255 miles (+10,392)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,255 miles
    Test number
    229335534031
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted

  21. Fail32,863 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,863 miles
    Test number
    575601023045
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass32,863 miles (+6,285)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    32,863 miles
    Test number
    725591523036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,578 miles (+6,753)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    26,578 miles
    Test number
    636607202167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,825 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    19,825 miles
    Test number
    457674201141
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about N5 RNS

Does N5 RNS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N5 RNS expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N5 RNS?
The MOT on N5 RNS expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N5 RNS done?
N5 RNS was recorded at 123,940 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 7,175 miles a year.
Has N5 RNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 RNS has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on N5 RNS 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 N5 RNS find?
N5 RNS passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear position lamp incorrect colour; coil spring corroded all 4; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 4 more.

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