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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,560 cc

S28 PLCMOT history

S28 PLC is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 122,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2022.

S28 PLC blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2022
Mileage
122,288 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 PLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S28 PLC was last recorded at 122,288 miles on 7 Nov 2022, 7,336 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,952 miles · 11 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
7,336 miles
Average per year
5,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 122,288 miles
  • 2021 – 114,952 miles
  • 2020 – 110,833 miles
  • 2019 – 105,583 miles
  • 2018 – 102,129 miles
  • 2017 – 97,982 miles
  • 2015 – 92,334 miles
  • 2014 – 85,089 miles
  • 2013 – 79,018 miles
  • 2012 – 74,248 miles
  • 2011 – 70,753 miles
  • 2010 – 64,433 miles
  • 2009 – 50,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,288 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to cords both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,288 miles (+7,336)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,288 miles
    Test number
    217526605523
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to cords both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass114,952 miles (+4,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,952 miles
    Test number
    525831755872
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass110,833 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,833 miles
    Test number
    881796268162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail110,810 miles (+5,227)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,810 miles
    Test number
    589865006243
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass105,583 miles (+3,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    105,583 miles
    Test number
    800631413938
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and tread low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and tread low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass102,129 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,129 miles
    Test number
    564020086719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and pereshed (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  7. Fail102,128 miles (+4,146)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,128 miles
    Test number
    906950758142
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and pereshed (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  8. Pass97,982 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    97,982 miles
    Test number
    619163941219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing 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)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted o/s/r tyre side wall pereshed

  9. Fail97,982 miles (+5,648)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,982 miles
    Test number
    204446187598
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing 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)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted o/s/r tyre side wall pereshed

  10. Pass92,334 miles (+7,245)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    92,334 miles
    Test number
    712501961352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,089 miles
    Test number
    175499024395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail85,089 miles (+5,076)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,089 miles
    Test number
    227349124336
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass80,013 miles (+995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    80,013 miles
    Test number
    607941544129
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass79,018 miles (+1,552)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    79,018 miles
    Test number
    937100833350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,466 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,466 miles
    Test number
    227490463098
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight fuel leak from injector leak off pipes

  16. Fail77,466 miles (+3,218)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,466 miles
    Test number
    996729853033
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight fuel leak from injector leak off pipes

  17. Pass74,248 miles (+3,495)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    74,248 miles
    Test number
    935304232065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,753 miles (+6,320)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    70,753 miles
    Test number
    228953441071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,433 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,433 miles
    Test number
    992063930034
    • NoteStrongly advise cleaning under wheel arches.

  20. Fail64,432 miles (+14,387)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,432 miles
    Test number
    550593730029
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteStrongly advise cleaning under wheel arches.

  21. Pass50,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    50,045 miles
    Test number
    894487659057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail50,042 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,042 miles
    Test number
    654787659094
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S28 PLC

Does S28 PLC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S28 PLC expired on 10 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S28 PLC?
The MOT on S28 PLC expired on 10 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S28 PLC done?
S28 PLC was recorded at 122,288 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2022, an average of 5,275 miles a year.
Has S28 PLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 PLC has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S28 PLC 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 PLC find?
S28 PLC failed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2022 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine; exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 2 more.

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