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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

S20 MOUMOT history

S20 MOU is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 9 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 125,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2023.

S20 MOU black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2024
Mileage
125,692 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 MOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 MOU was last recorded at 125,692 miles on 16 Oct 2023, 4,931 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,761 miles · 10 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4,931 miles
Average per year
7,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 125,692 miles
  • 2022 – 120,761 miles
  • 2021 – 115,207 miles
  • 2020 – 109,865 miles
  • 2019 – 105,580 miles
  • 2018 – 102,225 miles
  • 2017 – 97,014 miles
  • 2016 – 92,723 miles
  • 2015 – 85,952 miles
  • 2014 – 79,132 miles
  • 2013 – 74,793 miles
  • 2012 – 67,281 miles
  • 2011 – 50,174 miles
  • 2010 – 40,040 miles
  • 2009 – 36,051 miles
  • 2008 – 24,369 miles
  • 2007 – 8,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,692 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,692 miles (+4,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,692 miles
    Test number
    157097702066
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass120,761 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    120,761 miles
    Test number
    133403144638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail120,759 miles (+5,552)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,759 miles
    Test number
    834939421180
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass115,207 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    115,207 miles
    Test number
    193795785039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail115,206 miles (+5,341)2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,206 miles
    Test number
    313128731946
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (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))

  6. Pass109,865 miles (+4,285)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,865 miles
    Test number
    551691425952
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective smearing very slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti-slip provision missing

  7. Pass105,580 miles (+3,355)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,580 miles
    Test number
    712481649376
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front & both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner rear sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass102,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    102,225 miles
    Test number
    376090898699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail102,225 miles (+5,211)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,225 miles
    Test number
    828305862307
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  10. Pass97,014 miles (+335)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    97,014 miles
    Test number
    911787387964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,679 miles (+3,956)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,679 miles
    Test number
    744504091475
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  12. Pass92,723 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    92,723 miles
    Test number
    506219705173
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre bald on inner edge

  13. Fail92,723 miles (+6,771)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,723 miles
    Test number
    862781638993
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre bald on inner edge

  14. Pass85,952 miles (+6,820)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,952 miles
    Test number
    675386795068
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine oil breather pipe collapsed needs renewing
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing badly on inside edge and starting too split advise new tyre

  15. Pass79,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    79,132 miles
    Test number
    176164584022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,132 miles (+4,339)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,132 miles
    Test number
    977534684083
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass74,793 miles (+7,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,793 miles
    Test number
    725714793092
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass67,281 miles (+17,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    67,281 miles
    Test number
    486697572099
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass50,174 miles (+10,134)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,174 miles
    Test number
    978598881032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,040 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,040 miles
    Test number
    114002990459
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass40,040 miles (+3,989)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    40,040 miles
    Test number
    420252090086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,051 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,051 miles
    Test number
    890883599081
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber worn

  23. Fail36,051 miles (+11,682)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,051 miles
    Test number
    964913499066
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber worn

  24. Pass24,369 miles (+15,936)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,369 miles
    Test number
    593335978044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,433 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    8,433 miles
    Test number
    230128877095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass8,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    8,177 miles
    Test number
    551790737002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail8,177 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,177 miles
    Test number
    211490737095
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about S20 MOU

Does S20 MOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S20 MOU expired on 15 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S20 MOU?
The MOT on S20 MOU expired on 15 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S20 MOU done?
S20 MOU was recorded at 125,692 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2023, an average of 7,033 miles a year.
Has S20 MOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 MOU has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S20 MOU 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 S20 MOU find?
S20 MOU passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2023 with 1 advisory: central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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