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Ford Focus

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

S5 DWOMOT history

S5 DWO is a grey diesel Ford Focus first used on 28 Feb 2012. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 173,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

S5 DWO grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2026
Mileage
173,368 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 DWO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 DWO was last recorded at 173,368 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 5,495 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,873 miles · 11 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,495 miles
Average per year
12,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 173,368 miles
  • 2024 – 167,873 miles
  • 2023 – 167,305 miles
  • 2022 – 166,184 miles
  • 2021 – 160,734 miles
  • 2020 – 146,395 miles
  • 2019 – 128,409 miles
  • 2018 – 107,566 miles
  • 2017 – 81,566 miles
  • 2016 – 61,538 miles
  • 2015 – 40,312 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,368 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 23 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,368 miles (+5,495)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    173,368 miles
    Test number
    973297870572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass167,873 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    167,873 miles
    Test number
    829102136611
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  3. Fail167,873 miles (+568)2 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,873 miles
    Test number
    788261090568
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  4. Pass167,305 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    167,305 miles
    Test number
    414647852391
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2/3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail167,301 miles (+1,117)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,301 miles
    Test number
    867132550621
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2/3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat sheild adrift and under tray
  6. Pass166,184 miles (+5,450)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    166,184 miles
    Test number
    536875128890
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  7. Pass160,734 miles (+14,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    160,734 miles
    Test number
    819929497646
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass146,395 miles (+17,986)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    146,395 miles
    Test number
    794815104753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge and uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass128,409 miles (+20,843)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    128,409 miles
    Test number
    805441895567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass107,566 miles (+26,000)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    107,566 miles
    Test number
    954387774400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,566 miles (+20,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    81,566 miles
    Test number
    980238810810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass61,538 miles (+21,226)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    61,538 miles
    Test number
    956935979448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,312 miles
    Test number
    787254655089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 DWO

Does S5 DWO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S5 DWO expired on 25 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S5 DWO?
The MOT on S5 DWO expired on 25 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S5 DWO done?
S5 DWO was recorded at 173,368 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 12,487 miles a year.
Has S5 DWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 DWO has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S5 DWO 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 DWO find?
S5 DWO passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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