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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,798 cc

S12 NCSMOT history

S12 NCS is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 1 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 103,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

S12 NCS blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
103,403 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 NCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 NCS was last recorded at 103,403 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 3,910 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,493 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,910 miles
Average per year
5,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,403 miles
  • 2024 – 99,493 miles
  • 2022 – 95,371 miles
  • 2020 – 94,311 miles
  • 2019 – 88,240 miles
  • 2018 – 79,258 miles
  • 2017 – 71,903 miles
  • 2016 – 62,593 miles
  • 2015 – 57,502 miles
  • 2014 – 52,298 miles
  • 2013 – 48,147 miles
  • 2012 – 41,078 miles
  • 2011 – 32,826 miles
  • 2010 – 20,503 miles
  • 2009 – 20,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,403 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Suspension rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,403 miles (+3,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    103,403 miles
    Test number
    602286882541
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Pass99,493 miles (+4,122)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    99,493 miles
    Test number
    339507032019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside undersealed
  3. Pass95,371 miles (+1,060)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    95,371 miles
    Test number
    398632266056
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass94,311 miles (+3)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    94,311 miles
    Test number
    785425037421
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rusty
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  5. Fail94,308 miles (+6,068)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,308 miles
    Test number
    156496880605
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rusty
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  6. Pass88,240 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,240 miles
    Test number
    169235295853
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f, n/s/f and n/s/r on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to sills
    • AdvisoryWheel arches starting to corrode
  7. Fail88,235 miles (+8,977)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,235 miles
    Test number
    456185907779
    • DangerousFuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f, n/s/f and n/s/r on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to sills
    • AdvisoryWheel arches starting to corrode
  8. Pass79,258 miles (+7,355)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    79,258 miles
    Test number
    708141226421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,903 miles (+9,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,903 miles
    Test number
    881387440146
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Pass62,593 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    62,593 miles
    Test number
    914124341377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,588 miles (+5,086)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,588 miles
    Test number
    189312278511
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported front support broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  12. Pass57,502 miles (+5,204)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,502 miles
    Test number
    988765145124
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front arm bushes soft.
  13. Pass52,298 miles (+4,151)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    52,298 miles
    Test number
    818336954186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,147 miles (+7,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,147 miles
    Test number
    978646473253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass41,078 miles (+8,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    41,078 miles
    Test number
    477466072276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass32,826 miles (+12,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    32,826 miles
    Test number
    117356471258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass20,503 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    20,503 miles
    Test number
    393587580459
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass20,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    20,475 miles
    Test number
    252083959241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S12 NCS

Does S12 NCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 NCS is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S12 NCS?
The MOT on S12 NCS is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 NCS done?
S12 NCS was recorded at 103,403 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 5,132 miles a year.
Has S12 NCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 NCS has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2020.
Has the mileage on S12 NCS 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 S12 NCS find?
S12 NCS passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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