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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,499 cc

S16 ARXMOT history

S16 ARX is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 30 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 36,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

S16 ARX black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
36,667 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 ARX was last recorded at 36,667 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 4,724 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
31,943 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,724 miles
Average per year
3,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 36,667 miles
  • 2024 – 31,943 miles
  • 2023 – 27,891 miles
  • 2022 – 22,638 miles
  • 2021 – 18,843 miles
  • 2020 – 15,384 miles
  • 2019 – 12,923 miles
  • 2018 – 10,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,667 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating allowing water and dirt ingress

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 22 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,667 miles (+4,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    36,667 miles
    Test number
    404655755683
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass31,943 miles (+4,052)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    31,943 miles
    Test number
    735810410913
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating allowing water and dirt ingress (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass27,891 miles (+5,253)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    27,891 miles
    Test number
    929666642871
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating allowing water and dirt ingress (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2mm 235 40 18 95W Continental (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 3mm 235 40 18 95W Continental (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass22,638 miles (+3,795)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    22,638 miles
    Test number
    994639432023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass18,843 miles (+3,459)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    18,843 miles
    Test number
    774404352341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass15,384 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    15,384 miles
    Test number
    989471328759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass12,923 miles (+2,197)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    12,923 miles
    Test number
    469260354056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass10,726 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    10,726 miles
    Test number
    536362585627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail10,708 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,708 miles
    Test number
    353202823525
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Questions about S16 ARX

Does S16 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 ARX is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S16 ARX?
The MOT on S16 ARX is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 ARX done?
S16 ARX was recorded at 36,667 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 3,664 miles a year.
Has S16 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 ARX has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on S16 ARX 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 S16 ARX find?
S16 ARX passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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