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Ford Focus

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,997 cc

S28 EFLMOT history

S28 EFL is a black diesel Ford Focus first used on 20 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 114,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

S28 EFL black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
114,423 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
13,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 EFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
20 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 EFL was last recorded at 114,423 miles on 22 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,423 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
13,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,423 miles
  • 2025 – 96,474 miles
  • 2024 – 81,200 miles
  • 2023 – 71,714 miles
  • 2022 – 68,918 miles
  • 2021 – 57,905 miles
  • 2020 – 42,225 miles
  • 2019 – 28,103 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,423 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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Central Front undertray missing one bolt, still secure at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner CV boot extensively distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small, deep cut on boot

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms, bushes splitting (blade type)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    114,423 miles
    Test number
    820949833257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail114,423 miles (+17,949)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,423 miles
    Test number
    845641984414
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  3. Pass96,474 miles (+7)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    96,474 miles
    Test number
    976180402348
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small, deep cut on boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front undertray missing one bolt, still secure at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner CV boot extensively distorted
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms, bushes splitting (blade type) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield partially insecure
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank heat shield slightly insecure
  4. Fail96,467 miles (+15,267)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,467 miles
    Test number
    270758574768
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working door mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative warning message - sensor not detected on dash (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small, deep cut on boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front undertray missing one bolt, still secure at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner CV boot extensively distorted
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms, bushes splitting (blade type) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield partially insecure
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank heat shield slightly insecure
  5. Pass81,200 miles (+9,486)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,200 miles
    Test number
    200637144135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,714 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    71,714 miles
    Test number
    925354088479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail71,709 miles (+2,791)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,709 miles
    Test number
    558926555484
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to condition of nearside rear (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  8. Pass68,918 miles (+11,013)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    68,918 miles
    Test number
    339460209442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    57,905 miles
    Test number
    755930057803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,900 miles (+15,675)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,900 miles
    Test number
    173864644085
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass42,225 miles (+14,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    42,225 miles
    Test number
    310935203918
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  12. Pass28,103 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    28,103 miles
    Test number
    325772875631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Fail28,103 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,103 miles
    Test number
    956991274260
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about S28 EFL

Does S28 EFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 EFL is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 EFL?
The MOT on S28 EFL is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 EFL done?
S28 EFL was recorded at 114,423 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 13,405 miles a year.
Has S28 EFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 EFL has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S28 EFL 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 S28 EFL find?
S28 EFL passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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