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Ford Focus

Orange · Petrol · 2006 · 2,521 cc

S23 SDKMOT history

S23 SDK is an orange petrol Ford Focus first used on 19 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 99,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2022.

S23 SDK orange Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2023
Mileage
99,357 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2022
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 SDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 SDK was last recorded at 99,357 miles on 8 Dec 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,356 miles · 7 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,357 miles
  • 2021 – 99,227 miles
  • 2019 – 95,363 miles
  • 2018 – 85,494 miles
  • 2017 – 80,024 miles
  • 2016 – 76,606 miles
  • 2015 – 69,585 miles
  • 2014 – 59,270 miles
  • 2013 – 40,728 miles
  • 2012 – 36,857 miles
  • 2011 – 31,345 miles
  • 2010 – 24,825 miles
  • 2009 – 18,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,357 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,357 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    99,357 miles
    Test number
    858114785076
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail99,356 miles (+129)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,356 miles
    Test number
    697402066143
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,227 miles (+3,864)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    99,227 miles
    Test number
    139839628588
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass95,363 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,363 miles
    Test number
    733702787996
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront drilled & grooved brake discs incorrectly fitted/facing wrong direction
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured ***ns/os borderline excessive*** (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns/os trailing arm void bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail95,363 miles (+9,869)2 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,363 miles
    Test number
    394438684519
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront drilled & grooved brake discs incorrectly fitted/facing wrong direction
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured ***ns/os borderline excessive*** (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns/os trailing arm void bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass85,494 miles (+5,470)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    85,494 miles
    Test number
    197258257189
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured front & rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ***outer edge wearing*** (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ***inner sidewall splitting*** (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns/os trailing arm bushes starting to deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  7. Pass80,024 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,024 miles
    Test number
    479966825323
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured nsf/osf/nsr/osr amber bulbs deteriorating (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ***rear facing wishbone bush*** (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ***void bush*** (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ***rear facing wishbone bush*** (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ***void bush*** (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail80,024 miles (+3,418)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,024 miles
    Test number
    624903888026
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured nsf/osf/nsr/osr amber bulbs deteriorating (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ***rear facing wishbone bush*** (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ***void bush*** (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ***rear facing wishbone bush*** (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ***void bush*** (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass76,606 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    76,606 miles
    Test number
    766591584702
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail76,586 miles (+7,001)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,586 miles
    Test number
    855486434630
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers starting to smear
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryMetal object in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  11. Pass69,585 miles (+10,315)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,585 miles
    Test number
    655880565194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,270 miles (+18,542)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,270 miles
    Test number
    799840764114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNs/os front wiper blades streaking

  13. Pass40,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    40,728 miles
    Test number
    205002413490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,728 miles (+3,871)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,728 miles
    Test number
    629282913129
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass36,857 miles (+5,512)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    36,857 miles
    Test number
    129332522256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,345 miles (+6,520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    31,345 miles
    Test number
    939954431218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass24,825 miles (+6,042)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    24,825 miles
    Test number
    313018930288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    18,783 miles
    Test number
    552413229212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 SDK

Does S23 SDK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S23 SDK expired on 7 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S23 SDK?
The MOT on S23 SDK expired on 7 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S23 SDK done?
S23 SDK was recorded at 99,357 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2022, an average of 6,047 miles a year.
Has S23 SDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 SDK has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S23 SDK 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 S23 SDK find?
S23 SDK passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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