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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

S28 EVSMOT history

S28 EVS is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 25 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 87,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

S28 EVS silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2026
Mileage
87,853 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 EVS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S28 EVS was last recorded at 87,853 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 6,979 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,874 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,979 miles
Average per year
4,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,853 miles
  • 2025 – 80,874 miles
  • 2024 – 73,784 miles
  • 2023 – 67,565 miles
  • 2022 – 61,013 miles
  • 2021 – 56,205 miles
  • 2020 – 51,878 miles
  • 2019 – 44,765 miles
  • 2018 – 38,262 miles
  • 2017 – 33,051 miles
  • 2016 – 28,194 miles
  • 2015 – 19,985 miles
  • 2014 – 18,283 miles
  • 2013 – 17,086 miles
  • 2012 – 15,040 miles
  • 2011 – 13,843 miles
  • 2010 – 12,204 miles
  • 2009 – 10,221 miles
  • 2008 – 7,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail87,853 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront tyres displaying uneven wear x 2
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and allied components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Coil spring corroded ns/os

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded ns/os

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail87,853 miles (+6,979)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,853 miles
    Test number
    413236761937
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres displaying uneven wear x 2
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and allied components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass80,874 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    80,874 miles
    Test number
    326304916525
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail80,872 miles (+7,088)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,872 miles
    Test number
    984386371119
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm ns/os both inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel ns/os (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass73,784 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    73,784 miles
    Test number
    701859443311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play o/s + n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s + n/s (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail73,784 miles (+6,219)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,784 miles
    Test number
    625364714886
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play o/s + n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s + n/s (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass67,565 miles (+6,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    67,565 miles
    Test number
    563251292294
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass61,013 miles (+4,808)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    61,013 miles
    Test number
    438200811540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,205 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    56,205 miles
    Test number
    314088008549
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail56,205 miles (+4,327)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,205 miles
    Test number
    818497221839
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass51,878 miles (+124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    51,878 miles
    Test number
    363484601791
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail51,754 miles (+6,989)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,754 miles
    Test number
    378102563203
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass44,765 miles (+6,503)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    44,765 miles
    Test number
    735518978733
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (3.36mm) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (3.68mm) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (4.01mm) (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass38,262 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    38,262 miles
    Test number
    973842534834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to smear screen

  14. Fail38,262 miles (+5,211)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,262 miles
    Test number
    346103449455
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to smear screen

  15. Pass33,051 miles (+4,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    33,051 miles
    Test number
    547610912276
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass28,194 miles (+8,209)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    28,194 miles
    Test number
    364094404327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to nearside rear

  17. Fail19,985 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,985 miles
    Test number
    179281645102
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass19,985 miles (+1,702)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    19,985 miles
    Test number
    538781745125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,283 miles (+1,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    18,283 miles
    Test number
    936549734116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass17,086 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    17,086 miles
    Test number
    859555133185
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail17,086 miles (+2,046)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,086 miles
    Test number
    786915333184
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass15,040 miles (+1,197)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    15,040 miles
    Test number
    806739532157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,843 miles (+1,639)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    13,843 miles
    Test number
    549149131137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail12,204 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,204 miles
    Test number
    780910340154
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass12,204 miles (+1,983)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    12,204 miles
    Test number
    903890040182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,221 miles (+2,222)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    10,221 miles
    Test number
    224259939472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass7,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    7,999 miles
    Test number
    520130028182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 EVS

Does S28 EVS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S28 EVS expired on 5 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S28 EVS?
The MOT on S28 EVS expired on 5 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S28 EVS done?
S28 EVS was recorded at 87,853 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 4,455 miles a year.
Has S28 EVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 EVS has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S28 EVS 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 EVS find?
S28 EVS failed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 7 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp aim too low; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn mount bush; nearside rear parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel, and 8 more.

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