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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S42 DOXMOT history

S42 DOX is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 85,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2025
Mileage
85,109 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 DOX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 DOX was last recorded at 85,109 miles on 8 Feb 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,105 miles · 7 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 85,109 miles
  • 2023 – 77,664 miles
  • 2021 – 76,044 miles
  • 2020 – 75,302 miles
  • 2019 – 74,619 miles
  • 2018 – 73,816 miles
  • 2017 – 70,549 miles
  • 2016 – 67,533 miles
  • 2015 – 64,150 miles
  • 2014 – 60,916 miles
  • 2013 – 57,689 miles
  • 2012 – 54,788 miles
  • 2011 – 50,841 miles
  • 2010 – 48,439 miles
  • 2009 – 45,615 miles
  • 2008 – 43,014 miles
  • 2007 – 39,202 miles
  • 2006 – 35,299 miles
  • 2005 – 31,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,109 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front slightly worn edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,109 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    85,109 miles
    Test number
    537933871150
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front slightly worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  2. Fail85,105 miles (+7,441)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,105 miles
    Test number
    232560416148
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front slightly worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  3. Pass77,664 miles (+1)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    77,664 miles
    Test number
    931971750886
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamage to front and rear bumpers and tailgate
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
    • AdvisoryInner cv boots weaping around clips
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump/pipe weaping
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and lower arms corroded

  4. Fail77,663 miles (+1,619)1 dangerous3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,663 miles
    Test number
    358972034502
    • DangerousFuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel pipe by fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested fuel leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed fuel leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamage to front and rear bumpers and tailgate
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded
    • AdvisoryInner cv boots weaping around clips
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump/pipe weaping
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and lower arms corroded

  5. Pass76,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    76,044 miles
    Test number
    675974105798
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail76,044 miles (+742)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,044 miles
    Test number
    916902590184
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass75,302 miles (+683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    75,302 miles
    Test number
    127908929935
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both side rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose on fuel tank

  8. Pass74,619 miles (+803)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,619 miles
    Test number
    255242068141
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass73,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    73,816 miles
    Test number
    183239001522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,816 miles (+3,267)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,816 miles
    Test number
    150437113896
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass70,549 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    70,549 miles
    Test number
    163003589980
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail70,549 miles (+3,016)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,549 miles
    Test number
    223732671535
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass67,533 miles (+3,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,533 miles
    Test number
    286043698990
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass64,150 miles (+3,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    64,150 miles
    Test number
    131563645912
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Main bushes on both sides deteriorating.bonding separation.

  15. Pass60,916 miles (+3,227)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,916 miles
    Test number
    168066614365
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  16. Pass57,689 miles (+2,901)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    57,689 miles
    Test number
    626516713333
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer sidewall cut/split
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing

  17. Pass54,788 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    54,788 miles
    Test number
    359724222336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Fail54,788 miles (+3,947)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,788 miles
    Test number
    725014422333
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureSteering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Pass50,841 miles (+2,402)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    50,841 miles
    Test number
    595239211379
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn
    • NoteFront number plate starting to deteriorate

  20. Pass48,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    48,439 miles
    Test number
    220173830336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,439 miles (+2,824)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,439 miles
    Test number
    281089620343
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass45,615 miles (+2,601)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    45,615 miles
    Test number
    460527829432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,014 miles
    Test number
    394304628333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,012 miles (+3,810)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,012 miles
    Test number
    521564228337
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damage.

  25. Pass39,202 miles (+3,903)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    39,202 miles
    Test number
    892465527376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,299 miles (+3,466)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    35,299 miles
    Test number
    430112836314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    31,833 miles
    Test number
    493672635449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S42 DOX

Does S42 DOX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S42 DOX expired on 8 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S42 DOX?
The MOT on S42 DOX expired on 8 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S42 DOX done?
S42 DOX was recorded at 85,109 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2024, an average of 2,928 miles a year.
Has S42 DOX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 DOX has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S42 DOX 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 S42 DOX find?
S42 DOX passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2024 with 3 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front slightly worn edges; plastic sill covers fitted.

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