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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,499 cc

S23 SFHMOT history

S23 SFH is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 2 May 2017. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 73,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

S23 SFH black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
73,707 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 SFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
2 May 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 SFH was last recorded at 73,707 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 10,676 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,031 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,676 miles
Average per year
9,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,707 miles
  • 2025 – 63,031 miles
  • 2024 – 54,198 miles
  • 2023 – 42,570 miles
  • 2022 – 33,697 miles
  • 2020 – 25,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,707 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Both front tyres approaching legal limit today 1.74mm remaining

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 23 Apr 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,707 miles (+10,676)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    73,707 miles
    Test number
    268086730727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass63,031 miles (+8,833)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    63,031 miles
    Test number
    461852420189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass54,198 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    54,198 miles
    Test number
    229959112594
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres approaching legal limit today 1.74mm remaining

  4. Fail54,186 miles (+11,616)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,186 miles
    Test number
    304769751084
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres approaching legal limit today 1.74mm remaining

  5. Pass42,570 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    42,570 miles
    Test number
    106714202630
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail42,504 miles (+8,807)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,504 miles
    Test number
    922067076751
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  7. Pass33,697 miles (+8,312)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    33,697 miles
    Test number
    111777304832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass25,385 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    25,385 miles
    Test number
    831478332465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    460534583437
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about S23 SFH

Does S23 SFH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 SFH is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 SFH?
The MOT on S23 SFH is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 SFH done?
S23 SFH was recorded at 73,707 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 9,178 miles a year.
Has S23 SFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 SFH has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S23 SFH 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 SFH find?
S23 SFH passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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