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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,521 cc

S5 CATMOT history

S5 CAT is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 24 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 88,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

S5 CAT silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
88,160 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 CAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 CAT was last recorded at 88,160 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 1,632 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,528 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,632 miles
Average per year
4,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,160 miles
  • 2025 – 86,528 miles
  • 2024 – 84,369 miles
  • 2023 – 82,884 miles
  • 2022 – 81,464 miles
  • 2021 – 79,745 miles
  • 2020 – 77,351 miles
  • 2019 – 75,582 miles
  • 2018 – 73,561 miles
  • 2017 – 70,121 miles
  • 2016 – 66,490 miles
  • 2015 – 60,470 miles
  • 2014 – 51,441 miles
  • 2013 – 44,804 miles
  • 2012 – 37,055 miles
  • 2011 – 33,973 miles
  • 2010 – 26,663 miles
  • 2009 – 17,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,160 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,160 miles (+1,632)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    88,160 miles
    Test number
    927725740470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,528 miles (+2,159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    86,528 miles
    Test number
    138774755742
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass84,369 miles (+1,485)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    84,369 miles
    Test number
    411200849256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,884 miles (+1,420)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,884 miles
    Test number
    354219978798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,464 miles (+1,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    81,464 miles
    Test number
    990491257718
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle covered in underseal
  6. Pass79,745 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    79,745 miles
    Test number
    463601332820
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Fail79,745 miles (+2,394)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,745 miles
    Test number
    619025155352
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass77,351 miles (+1,769)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    77,351 miles
    Test number
    131199843005
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass75,582 miles (+2,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,582 miles
    Test number
    200325918729
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed
  10. Pass73,561 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,561 miles
    Test number
    250036857035
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  11. Fail73,561 miles (+3,440)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,561 miles
    Test number
    921720730450
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  12. Pass70,121 miles (+3,631)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    70,121 miles
    Test number
    495359252806
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  13. Pass66,490 miles (+6,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,490 miles
    Test number
    503549642774
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass60,470 miles (+9,029)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    60,470 miles
    Test number
    357950315291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,441 miles (+6,637)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    51,441 miles
    Test number
    868440624224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,804 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,804 miles
    Test number
    249968023236
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  17. Fail44,791 miles (+7,736)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,791 miles
    Test number
    776065923250
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  18. Pass37,055 miles (+3,082)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,055 miles
    Test number
    458579272197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,973 miles (+7,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,973 miles
    Test number
    785863651142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass26,663 miles (+9,391)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    26,663 miles
    Test number
    954491450195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    17,272 miles
    Test number
    294218519463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 CAT

Does S5 CAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 CAT is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 CAT?
The MOT on S5 CAT is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 CAT done?
S5 CAT was recorded at 88,160 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 4,127 miles a year.
Has S5 CAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 CAT has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on S5 CAT 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 S5 CAT find?
S5 CAT passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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