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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc

S4 EJSMOT history

S4 EJS is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 22 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 184,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2024.

S4 EJS blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2025
Mileage
184,838 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,461 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 EJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 EJS was last recorded at 184,838 miles on 5 Oct 2024, 24,528 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,310 miles · 26 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
24,528 miles
Average per year
7,461 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 184,838 miles
  • 2023 – 153,350 miles
  • 2022 – 143,985 miles
  • 2021 – 135,518 miles
  • 2020 – 131,198 miles
  • 2019 – 127,152 miles
  • 2018 – 123,765 miles
  • 2017 – 122,801 miles
  • 2016 – 121,924 miles
  • 2015 – 120,746 miles
  • 2014 – 110,392 miles
  • 2013 – 94,140 miles
  • 2012 – 84,265 miles
  • 2011 – 78,354 miles
  • 2009 – 74,929 miles
  • 2008 – 61,984 miles
  • 2007 – 53,981 miles
  • 2006 – 44,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,838 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged outer casing coming away from core. change soon (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged outer casing coming away from core. change soon (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area inner and outer. (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all component's connected to it. (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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 Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,838 miles (+24,528)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    184,838 miles
    Test number
    776782743106
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged outer casing coming away from core. change soon (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged outer casing coming away from core. change soon (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area inner and outer. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all component's connected to it. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail160,310 miles (+6,960)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,310 miles
    Test number
    857869186536
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged outer casing / split cut to core (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill by wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged outer casing / split cut to core (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged outer casing coming away from core. change soon (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged outer casing coming away from core. change soon (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area inner and outer. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all component's connected to it. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass153,350 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    153,350 miles
    Test number
    705800349747
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake efficiency low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail153,350 miles (+347)1 major1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,350 miles
    Test number
    523379399323
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake efficiency low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail153,003 miles (+9,018)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,003 miles
    Test number
    440668365996
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake significantly lower than offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass143,985 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    143,985 miles
    Test number
    147402844743
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake effort significantly lower thank Offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail143,983 miles (+8,465)1 major2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,983 miles
    Test number
    132270107959
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to engine coolant hoses/radiator not heating up but engine itself is (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake effort significantly lower thank Offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass135,518 miles (+196)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    135,518 miles
    Test number
    533078060778
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip / Crack (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail135,322 miles (+4,124)3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,322 miles
    Test number
    594257363710
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch, under liner (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass131,198 miles (+16)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    131,198 miles
    Test number
    547143885458
    • MinorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  11. Fail131,182 miles (+4,030)5 major1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,182 miles
    Test number
    442356392846
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  12. Pass127,152 miles (+123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    127,152 miles
    Test number
    508361211461
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail127,029 miles (+3,264)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,029 miles
    Test number
    573407891743
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass123,765 miles (+964)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    123,765 miles
    Test number
    333054505996
    • MinorNearside Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 x Chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass122,801 miles (+877)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    122,801 miles
    Test number
    667667795517
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass121,924 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    121,924 miles
    Test number
    886735745216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear under side rusty

  17. Fail121,923 miles (+1,177)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,923 miles
    Test number
    576966077153
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inside wheel arch by sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear under side rusty

  18. Pass120,746 miles (+10,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    120,746 miles
    Test number
    256040295472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass110,392 miles (+16,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    110,392 miles
    Test number
    987405714304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass94,140 miles (+110)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    94,140 miles
    Test number
    505651603317
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface corossion around rear chasis legs and inner sills
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail94,030 miles (+9,765)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,030 miles
    Test number
    397647993452
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass84,265 miles (+5,911)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    84,265 miles
    Test number
    178536302368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,354 miles (+3,425)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    78,354 miles
    Test number
    649905501078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,929 miles (+3,799)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    74,929 miles
    Test number
    494979149369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,130 miles (+9,146)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    71,130 miles
    Test number
    943673509079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass61,984 miles (+8,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    61,984 miles
    Test number
    152427208036
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass53,981 miles (+9,034)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    53,981 miles
    Test number
    434010117014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note1/o/s/f side light dim †2/squeak from alternator belt area †3/starter noise

  28. Pass44,947 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    44,947 miles
    Test number
    233425906004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S4 EJS

Does S4 EJS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S4 EJS expired on 19 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S4 EJS?
The MOT on S4 EJS expired on 19 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S4 EJS done?
S4 EJS was recorded at 184,838 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2024, an average of 7,461 miles a year.
Has S4 EJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 EJS has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S4 EJS 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 S4 EJS find?
S4 EJS passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly damaged outer casing coming away from core. change soon; offside rear brake hose slightly damaged outer casing coming away from core. change soon; brake pedal wearing smooth, and 4 more.

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