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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

S28 THWMOT history

S28 THW is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 10 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 97,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

S28 THW red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
97,071 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 THW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 THW was last recorded at 97,071 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 3,572 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,499 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,572 miles
Average per year
4,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,071 miles
  • 2025 – 93,499 miles
  • 2024 – 89,407 miles
  • 2023 – 85,313 miles
  • 2022 – 80,371 miles
  • 2021 – 77,749 miles
  • 2020 – 75,594 miles
  • 2019 – 72,314 miles
  • 2018 – 68,746 miles
  • 2017 – 66,160 miles
  • 2016 – 62,492 miles
  • 2015 – 59,189 miles
  • 2014 – 55,298 miles
  • 2013 – 51,384 miles
  • 2012 – 37,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,071 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lateral link

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,071 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    97,071 miles
    Test number
    547872707427
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail97,071 miles (+3,572)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,071 miles
    Test number
    222761275910
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass93,499 miles (+56)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    93,499 miles
    Test number
    814202286890
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail93,443 miles (+4,036)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,443 miles
    Test number
    268857758211
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass89,407 miles (+4,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    89,407 miles
    Test number
    414776911581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass85,313 miles (+111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    85,313 miles
    Test number
    251856325126
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail85,202 miles (+4,831)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,202 miles
    Test number
    359404829251
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass80,371 miles (+2,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    80,371 miles
    Test number
    321812073780
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  9. Pass77,749 miles (+2,155)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    77,749 miles
    Test number
    688616449419
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lateral link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lateral link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass75,594 miles (+3,280)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    75,594 miles
    Test number
    287250715021
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass72,314 miles (+3,568)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,314 miles
    Test number
    797451724026
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounts very rusty

  12. Pass68,746 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    68,746 miles
    Test number
    407275127232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lateral link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lateral link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hangers rusty

  13. Fail68,746 miles (+2,586)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,746 miles
    Test number
    982511053660
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lateral link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lateral link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hangers rusty

  14. Pass66,160 miles (+3,668)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    66,160 miles
    Test number
    381201613508
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass62,492 miles (+3,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    62,492 miles
    Test number
    205245955735
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail59,189 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,189 miles
    Test number
    276054935162
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass59,189 miles (+3,891)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    59,189 miles
    Test number
    498544335164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass55,298 miles (+3,914)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    55,298 miles
    Test number
    287099534177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs have slight rust/pitting marks on inner faces

  19. Pass51,384 miles (+2,002)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    51,384 miles
    Test number
    615230453122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,382 miles (+12,281)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,382 miles
    Test number
    949789733036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    37,101 miles
    Test number
    449600542097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 THW

Does S28 THW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 THW is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 THW?
The MOT on S28 THW is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 THW done?
S28 THW was recorded at 97,071 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 4,113 miles a year.
Has S28 THW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 THW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S28 THW 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 THW find?
S28 THW passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension components.

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