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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,798 cc

S40 OCSMOT history

S40 OCS is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 26 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 99,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S40 OCS silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
99,609 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 OCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 OCS was last recorded at 99,609 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 2,514 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,095 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,514 miles
Average per year
5,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,609 miles
  • 2025 – 97,095 miles
  • 2024 – 94,331 miles
  • 2023 – 91,311 miles
  • 2022 – 88,452 miles
  • 2021 – 86,155 miles
  • 2020 – 84,254 miles
  • 2019 – 80,982 miles
  • 2018 – 76,493 miles
  • 2017 – 67,572 miles
  • 2016 – 56,545 miles
  • 2015 – 46,343 miles
  • 2014 – 35,070 miles
  • 2013 – 22,519 miles
  • 2012 – 19,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,609 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

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.

  • Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear isofix child seat fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,609 miles (+2,514)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    99,609 miles
    Test number
    187987609366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded
  2. Pass97,095 miles (+2,764)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    97,095 miles
    Test number
    290204043176
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres worn on inner edges on both sides of the vehicle recommend changing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear various suspension components corroded
  3. Pass94,331 miles (+3,020)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,331 miles
    Test number
    238436045225
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose front flexi loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective front flexi mount broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres worn on inner edges both sides of vehicle (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded on both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass91,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    91,311 miles
    Test number
    813063454130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail91,309 miles (+2,857)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,309 miles
    Test number
    220746144538
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass88,452 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,452 miles
    Test number
    884265386213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail88,448 miles (+2,293)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,448 miles
    Test number
    875720897674
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability subframe bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass86,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,155 miles
    Test number
    129083292624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,153 miles (+1,899)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,153 miles
    Test number
    485041575898
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass84,254 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,254 miles
    Test number
    752514010199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail84,252 miles (+3,270)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,252 miles
    Test number
    842099302032
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass80,982 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,982 miles
    Test number
    397427006417
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear isofix child seat fitted
  13. Fail80,978 miles (+4,485)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,978 miles
    Test number
    325672282234
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear isofix child seat fitted
  14. Pass76,493 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,493 miles
    Test number
    728525353976
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  15. Fail76,493 miles (+8,921)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,493 miles
    Test number
    367193281488
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  16. Pass67,572 miles (+11,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    67,572 miles
    Test number
    477831150723
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass56,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    56,545 miles
    Test number
    813358090683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,543 miles (+10,200)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,543 miles
    Test number
    198269959004
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  19. Pass46,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    46,343 miles
    Test number
    394794497354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,340 miles (+11,270)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,340 miles
    Test number
    972819251312
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass35,070 miles (+12,551)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    35,070 miles
    Test number
    877997724204
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
  22. Pass22,519 miles (+3,001)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    22,519 miles
    Test number
    567153843297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,518 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    19,518 miles
    Test number
    968772532382
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Fail19,507 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,507 miles
    Test number
    198741632340
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S40 OCS

Does S40 OCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 OCS is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 OCS?
The MOT on S40 OCS is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 OCS done?
S40 OCS was recorded at 99,609 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 5,789 miles a year.
Has S40 OCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 OCS has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on S40 OCS 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 OCS find?
S40 OCS passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; various suspension components corroded.

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