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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2013 · 998 cc

S3 FAXMOT history

S3 FAX is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 98,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

S3 FAX blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
98,322 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,960 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 FAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 FAX was last recorded at 98,322 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 5,806 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,516 miles · 26 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
5,806 miles
Average per year
6,960 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,322 miles
  • 2024 – 92,516 miles
  • 2023 – 90,249 miles
  • 2022 – 89,335 miles
  • 2021 – 85,264 miles
  • 2020 – 79,585 miles
  • 2019 – 73,021 miles
  • 2018 – 62,308 miles
  • 2017 – 51,286 miles
  • 2016 – 28,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,322 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer/inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsf & osf(inner)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns & os(upper inner)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsr & osr(trailing arm)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Undertray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,322 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    98,322 miles
    Test number
    560861286433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer/inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Fail98,322 miles (+5,806)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,322 miles
    Test number
    306938532654
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer/inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass92,516 miles (+2,267)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    92,516 miles
    Test number
    178914404921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,249 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,249 miles
    Test number
    585930584265
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsf & osf(inner) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns & os(upper inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsr & osr(trailing arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  5. Fail90,247 miles (+912)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,247 miles
    Test number
    862645050716
    • MajorShock absorbers has negligible damping effect nsr & osr (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsf & osf(inner) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns & os(upper inner) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsr & osr(trailing arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  6. Pass89,335 miles (+4,071)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,335 miles
    Test number
    894907002087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,264 miles (+5,679)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,264 miles
    Test number
    903219636359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3 mm and cracked in tread (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass79,585 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    79,585 miles
    Test number
    752937192047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking and wearing on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail79,585 miles (+6,564)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,585 miles
    Test number
    714004647429
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking and wearing on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass73,021 miles (+10,713)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,021 miles
    Test number
    911844976702
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3 mm and perishing on outer tread area (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass62,308 miles (+11,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,308 miles
    Test number
    775098572484
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass51,286 miles (+9,660)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    51,286 miles
    Test number
    852149246926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    41,626 miles
    Test number
    243411224397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,626 miles (+12,972)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,626 miles
    Test number
    793603162610
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass28,654 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    28,654 miles
    Test number
    826253879851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail28,654 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,654 miles
    Test number
    944906781857
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S3 FAX

Does S3 FAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 FAX is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 FAX?
The MOT on S3 FAX is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 FAX done?
S3 FAX was recorded at 98,322 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 6,960 miles a year.
Has S3 FAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 FAX has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 FAX 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 S3 FAX find?
S3 FAX passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer/inner; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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