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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,596 cc

S40 LEYMOT history

S40 LEY is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Oct 2007. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 107,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

S40 LEY blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2026
Mileage
107,508 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 LEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S40 LEY was last recorded at 107,508 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 2,365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,143 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,365 miles
Average per year
5,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,508 miles
  • 2025 – 105,143 miles
  • 2024 – 103,398 miles
  • 2023 – 101,467 miles
  • 2022 – 98,307 miles
  • 2021 – 93,932 miles
  • 2020 – 90,446 miles
  • 2019 – 86,403 miles
  • 2018 – 82,020 miles
  • 2017 – 77,981 miles
  • 2016 – 71,752 miles
  • 2015 – 66,517 miles
  • 2014 – 61,420 miles
  • 2013 – 56,165 miles
  • 2012 – 46,102 miles
  • 2011 – 32,491 miles
  • 2010 – 19,520 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,508 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Drum backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail107,508 miles (+2,365)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,508 miles
    Test number
    411712657347
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Drum backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass105,143 miles (+1,745)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    105,143 miles
    Test number
    757619586318
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass103,398 miles (+1,931)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    103,398 miles
    Test number
    392816475634
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass101,467 miles (+3,160)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    101,467 miles
    Test number
    586515702566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,307 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    98,307 miles
    Test number
    409307131006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  6. Fail98,307 miles (+4,375)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,307 miles
    Test number
    547941434403
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass93,932 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    93,932 miles
    Test number
    653631671039
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail93,932 miles (+3,486)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,932 miles
    Test number
    822280192918
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass90,446 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    90,446 miles
    Test number
    764687452553
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate has slight damage but readable.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Fail90,446 miles (+4,043)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,446 miles
    Test number
    639366510874
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder damaged and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate has slight damage but readable.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass86,403 miles (+4,383)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    86,403 miles
    Test number
    608118618717
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass82,020 miles (+4,039)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    82,020 miles
    Test number
    469364915919
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate has slight damage but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres have inner edge wear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Pass77,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,981 miles
    Test number
    476223078276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,981 miles (+6,229)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,981 miles
    Test number
    600001190205
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  15. Pass71,752 miles (+5,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,752 miles
    Test number
    273338944407
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)
  16. Pass66,517 miles (+5,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,517 miles
    Test number
    326519335102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass61,420 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    61,420 miles
    Test number
    255622444435
    • NoteSome wear front suspension bushes
  18. Fail61,415 miles (+5,250)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,415 miles
    Test number
    397341044160
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads worn very low and uneven
    • NoteSome wear front suspension bushes
  19. Pass56,165 miles (+10,063)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    56,165 miles
    Test number
    755235273209
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn
  20. Fail46,102 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,102 miles
    Test number
    388758692475
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  21. Pass46,102 miles (+13,611)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,102 miles
    Test number
    546758892262
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  22. Pass32,491 miles (+12,971)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    32,491 miles
    Test number
    658834691279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
  23. Pass19,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    19,520 miles
    Test number
    421726080262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 LEY

Does S40 LEY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 LEY expired on 10 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 LEY?
The MOT on S40 LEY expired on 10 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 LEY done?
S40 LEY was recorded at 107,508 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 5,559 miles a year.
Has S40 LEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 LEY has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 LEY 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 S40 LEY find?
S40 LEY failed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 6 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator incorrect colour; offside rear brake prescribed area is excessively corroded drum backing plate; offside rear direction indicator incorrect colour, and 10 more.

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