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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 1,997 cc

S21 EBTMOT history

S21 EBT is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 30 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 100,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

S21 EBT blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
100,369 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 EBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 EBT was last recorded at 100,369 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 6,595 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,774 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,595 miles
Average per year
8,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,369 miles
  • 2025 – 93,774 miles
  • 2024 – 82,500 miles
  • 2023 – 73,412 miles
  • 2022 – 65,982 miles
  • 2021 – 50,046 miles
  • 2020 – 45,006 miles
  • 2019 – 39,324 miles
  • 2018 – 31,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,369 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 19 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,369 miles (+6,595)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    100,369 miles
    Test number
    798119139895
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass93,774 miles (+11,274)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    93,774 miles
    Test number
    536266732620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  3. Pass82,500 miles (+9,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    82,500 miles
    Test number
    828258150427
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass73,412 miles (+7,430)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    73,412 miles
    Test number
    268399642531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,982 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    65,982 miles
    Test number
    104390436129
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail65,972 miles (+15,926)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,972 miles
    Test number
    988320746883
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass50,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    50,046 miles
    Test number
    720205783732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,046 miles (+5,040)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,046 miles
    Test number
    280517845961
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass45,006 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    45,006 miles
    Test number
    668203393178
    • AdvisoryAll brake pads 80% worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining around outer edge. 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining around outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail45,006 miles (+5,682)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,006 miles
    Test number
    458407383972
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid No fluid. (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pads 80% worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining around outer edge. 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining around outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass39,324 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,324 miles
    Test number
    567825820540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail39,321 miles (+7,341)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,321 miles
    Test number
    609068847394
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Also cracked. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also has a nail in it. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass31,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    31,980 miles
    Test number
    519133222002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S21 EBT

Does S21 EBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 EBT is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 EBT?
The MOT on S21 EBT is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 EBT done?
S21 EBT was recorded at 100,369 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 8,694 miles a year.
Has S21 EBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 EBT has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S21 EBT 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 S21 EBT find?
S21 EBT passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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