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Ford Focus

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

S26 LVLMOT history

S26 LVL is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 3 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 94,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

S26 LVL black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
94,987 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 LVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 LVL was last recorded at 94,987 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 5,533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
89,454 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,533 miles
Average per year
4,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,987 miles
  • 2025 – 89,454 miles
  • 2024 – 82,139 miles
  • 2023 – 72,787 miles
  • 2022 – 60,332 miles
  • 2021 – 58,135 miles
  • 2020 – 56,352 miles
  • 2019 – 53,353 miles
  • 2018 – 50,705 miles
  • 2017 – 48,569 miles
  • 2016 – 45,510 miles
  • 2015 – 41,491 miles
  • 2014 – 36,728 miles
  • 2013 – 32,109 miles
  • 2012 – 28,079 miles
  • 2011 – 24,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,987 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    94,987 miles
    Test number
    116557241321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,987 miles (+5,533)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,987 miles
    Test number
    127928034486
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass89,454 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,454 miles
    Test number
    898446488823
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail89,448 miles (+7,309)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,448 miles
    Test number
    495008988191
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass82,139 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    82,139 miles
    Test number
    517061910127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail82,138 miles (+9,351)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,138 miles
    Test number
    341655980926
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass72,787 miles (+12,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    72,787 miles
    Test number
    942492991397
    • AdvisorySlight underbody corrosion

  8. Pass60,332 miles (+2,197)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    60,332 miles
    Test number
    322940635871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,135 miles (+1,783)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    58,135 miles
    Test number
    696415727188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,352 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    56,352 miles
    Test number
    831194207931
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail56,352 miles (+2,999)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,352 miles
    Test number
    814955802710
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass53,353 miles (+2,648)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,353 miles
    Test number
    676339244277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass50,705 miles (+2,136)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,705 miles
    Test number
    226892680056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight cracks between treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing inner edge and cracks between treads
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have slight cracks between treads

  14. Pass48,569 miles (+3,059)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,569 miles
    Test number
    903073968029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking between treads
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking between treads

  15. Pass45,510 miles (+4,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,510 miles
    Test number
    263544271734
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly cracking between tread

  16. Pass41,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,491 miles
    Test number
    236497145128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail41,491 miles (+4,763)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,491 miles
    Test number
    635517345135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass36,728 miles (+4,619)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    36,728 miles
    Test number
    528422244102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,109 miles (+4,030)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,109 miles
    Test number
    827815533181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,079 miles (+3,427)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,079 miles
    Test number
    479224952141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,652 miles
    Test number
    705364251175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S26 LVL

Does S26 LVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 LVL is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 LVL?
The MOT on S26 LVL is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 LVL done?
S26 LVL was recorded at 94,987 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 4,721 miles a year.
Has S26 LVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 LVL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S26 LVL 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 S26 LVL find?
S26 LVL passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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