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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

S3 MTWMOT history

S3 MTW is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 3 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 140,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

S3 MTW silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
140,134 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,281 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 MTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 MTW was last recorded at 140,134 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 6,638 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,496 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,638 miles
Average per year
6,281 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,134 miles
  • 2025 – 133,496 miles
  • 2024 – 126,835 miles
  • 2023 – 122,121 miles
  • 2022 – 116,504 miles
  • 2021 – 105,866 miles
  • 2020 – 103,038 miles
  • 2019 – 98,877 miles
  • 2018 – 92,813 miles
  • 2017 – 86,434 miles
  • 2016 – 80,809 miles
  • 2015 – 75,649 miles
  • 2014 – 69,102 miles
  • 2013 – 62,494 miles
  • 2012 – 57,193 miles
  • 2011 – 49,901 miles
  • 2010 – 44,038 miles
  • 2009 – 35,117 miles
  • 2008 – 27,219 miles
  • 2007 – 19,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,134 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive cooant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,134 miles (+6,638)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    140,134 miles
    Test number
    716270877784
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive cooant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass133,496 miles (+6,661)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    133,496 miles
    Test number
    616723699645
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass126,835 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    126,835 miles
    Test number
    569655463706
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Fail126,835 miles (+4,714)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,835 miles
    Test number
    359572454949
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Pass122,121 miles (+5,617)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    122,121 miles
    Test number
    853654083572
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass116,504 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    116,504 miles
    Test number
    776983031783
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail116,504 miles (+10,638)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,504 miles
    Test number
    421103108761
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass105,866 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    105,866 miles
    Test number
    819287945984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,038 miles (+4,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    103,038 miles
    Test number
    752656590322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has a repair patch on outer sidewall no lump to tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass98,877 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    98,877 miles
    Test number
    129674111017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail98,877 miles (+6,064)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,877 miles
    Test number
    220613551139
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner tred (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition flexable part broken (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass92,813 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,813 miles
    Test number
    469490057048
    • AdvisoryRear Inner sills nearside and offside rusty but holes

  13. Fail92,813 miles (+6,379)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,813 miles
    Test number
    288487187638
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner sills nearside and offside rusty but holes

  14. Pass86,434 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    86,434 miles
    Test number
    226887558296
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tred (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail86,434 miles (+5,625)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,434 miles
    Test number
    294441400516
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tred (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass80,809 miles (+5,160)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,809 miles
    Test number
    900441100937
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front worn inner edge

  17. Pass75,649 miles (+6,547)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,649 miles
    Test number
    466597877821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,102 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,102 miles
    Test number
    615323914204
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass69,102 miles (+6,608)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,102 miles
    Test number
    807933314239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,494 miles
    Test number
    398420023229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail62,494 miles (+5,301)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,494 miles
    Test number
    918530323215
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Fail57,193 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,193 miles
    Test number
    336922822263
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass57,193 miles (+7,292)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,193 miles
    Test number
    796722722242
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass49,901 miles (+5,863)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    49,901 miles
    Test number
    248890521229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,038 miles (+8,921)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    44,038 miles
    Test number
    350362520419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,117 miles (+7,898)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    35,117 miles
    Test number
    194451899130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass27,219 miles (+7,546)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,219 miles
    Test number
    982561698152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,673 miles
    Test number
    392952497183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 MTW

Does S3 MTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 MTW is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 MTW?
The MOT on S3 MTW is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 MTW done?
S3 MTW was recorded at 140,134 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 6,281 miles a year.
Has S3 MTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 MTW has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S3 MTW 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 MTW find?
S3 MTW passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive cooant; front exhaust mounting defective; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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