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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

S21 NLMMOT history

S21 NLM is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 16 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 88,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

S21 NLM grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
88,646 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 NLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
16 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 NLM was last recorded at 88,646 miles on 18 May 2026, 4,542 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
84,104 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,542 miles
Average per year
5,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,646 miles
  • 2025 – 84,104 miles
  • 2024 – 79,554 miles
  • 2023 – 74,856 miles
  • 2022 – 70,873 miles
  • 2021 – 66,537 miles
  • 2020 – 64,179 miles
  • 2019 – 57,591 miles
  • 2018 – 50,235 miles
  • 2017 – 44,794 miles
  • 2016 – 37,244 miles
  • 2015 – 31,114 miles
  • 2014 – 25,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,646 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 rear bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,646 miles (+4,542)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    88,646 miles
    Test number
    932069098958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass84,104 miles (+4,550)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    84,104 miles
    Test number
    250690388432
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  3. Pass79,554 miles (+4,698)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    79,554 miles
    Test number
    619240873486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass74,856 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,856 miles
    Test number
    524100600710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail74,856 miles (+3,983)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,856 miles
    Test number
    134334936682
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 edge cracking badly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge cracking badly (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass70,873 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    70,873 miles
    Test number
    156189421971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edges
  7. Fail70,873 miles (+4,336)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,873 miles
    Test number
    998318195333
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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 wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edges
  8. Pass66,537 miles (+2,358)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    66,537 miles
    Test number
    922536133457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass64,179 miles (+6,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,179 miles
    Test number
    725193025895
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass57,591 miles (+7,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    57,591 miles
    Test number
    858017658189
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass50,235 miles (+5,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    50,235 miles
    Test number
    188745408597
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass44,794 miles (+7,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    44,794 miles
    Test number
    380415938911
    • AdvisoryFront tyre s bold inner edges /// reae tyres on tread bars
  13. Pass37,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,244 miles
    Test number
    905536084903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,244 miles (+6,130)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,244 miles
    Test number
    750615239880
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  15. Pass31,114 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    31,114 miles
    Test number
    415537375088
    • NoteInner side front disc pads look low
  16. Fail31,114 miles (+6,076)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,114 miles
    Test number
    415547375078
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteInner side front disc pads look low
  17. Pass25,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    25,038 miles
    Test number
    757039874039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S21 NLM

Does S21 NLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 NLM is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 NLM?
The MOT on S21 NLM is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 NLM done?
S21 NLM was recorded at 88,646 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 5,230 miles a year.
Has S21 NLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 NLM has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S21 NLM 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 NLM find?
S21 NLM passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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