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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

S33 CHEMOT history

S33 CHE is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 55,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

S33 CHE silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
55,396 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 CHE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 CHE was last recorded at 55,396 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 4,633 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,763 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,633 miles
Average per year
2,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,396 miles
  • 2025 – 50,763 miles
  • 2024 – 50,042 miles
  • 2023 – 47,028 miles
  • 2022 – 45,228 miles
  • 2021 – 41,422 miles
  • 2020 – 39,502 miles
  • 2019 – 35,695 miles
  • 2018 – 30,633 miles
  • 2017 – 27,718 miles
  • 2016 – 27,291 miles
  • 2015 – 26,019 miles
  • 2014 – 23,256 miles
  • 2013 – 19,391 miles
  • 2012 – 15,462 miles
  • 2011 – 12,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,396 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,396 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    55,396 miles
    Test number
    101434373273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail55,396 miles (+4,633)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,396 miles
    Test number
    798825346004
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass50,763 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    50,763 miles
    Test number
    983289714887
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement sub frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement sub frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail50,763 miles (+721)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,763 miles
    Test number
    575703469688
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement sub frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement sub frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass50,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    50,042 miles
    Test number
    846143161242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail50,042 miles (+3,014)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,042 miles
    Test number
    571830662972
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass47,028 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    47,028 miles
    Test number
    234679771703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail47,026 miles (+1,798)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,026 miles
    Test number
    563613576343
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass45,228 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    45,228 miles
    Test number
    168932198317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,225 miles (+3,803)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,225 miles
    Test number
    836229342122
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  11. Pass41,422 miles (+1,920)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    41,422 miles
    Test number
    140374514360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    39,502 miles
    Test number
    941078838837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail39,502 miles (+3,807)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,502 miles
    Test number
    247326905558
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass35,695 miles (+42)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    35,695 miles
    Test number
    755494162452
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Radius Arm Bushes Slightly Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Is Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items
  15. Fail35,653 miles (+5,020)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,653 miles
    Test number
    568398322673
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Radius Arm Bushes Slightly Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Is Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items
  16. Pass30,633 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    30,633 miles
    Test number
    845074968988
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Is Corroded
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Advise Replacement Soon As Possible
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil Both rear (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items
  17. Fail30,625 miles (+2,907)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,625 miles
    Test number
    935339567246
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Is Corroded
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Advise Replacement Soon As Possible
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil Both rear (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items
  18. Pass27,718 miles (+427)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    27,718 miles
    Test number
    682104429938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,291 miles (+1,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    27,291 miles
    Test number
    108804128440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have deep cracks on outer walls
  20. Pass26,019 miles (+2,763)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    26,019 miles
    Test number
    858238594657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,256 miles (+3,865)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    23,256 miles
    Test number
    567458754290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,391 miles (+3,929)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    19,391 miles
    Test number
    256947553259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,462 miles (+3,086)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    15,462 miles
    Test number
    997848652293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    12,376 miles
    Test number
    967037851297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S33 CHE

Does S33 CHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 CHE is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 CHE?
The MOT on S33 CHE is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 CHE done?
S33 CHE was recorded at 55,396 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 2,923 miles a year.
Has S33 CHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 CHE has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S33 CHE 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 S33 CHE find?
S33 CHE passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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