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Ford Focus

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,753 cc

S5 TPXMOT history

S5 TPX is a blue diesel Ford Focus first used on 12 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 140,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

S5 TPX blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Focus, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
140,729 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 TPX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 TPX was last recorded at 140,729 miles on 14 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 May 2026: 140,729 miles, lower than 140,730 miles on 12 May 2026.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
140,730 miles · 12 May 2026
Average per year
5,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,729 miles
  • 2025 – 139,560 miles
  • 2024 – 137,734 miles
  • 2023 – 134,310 miles
  • 2022 – 127,654 miles
  • 2021 – 122,097 miles
  • 2020 – 117,735 miles
  • 2019 – 113,475 miles
  • 2018 – 105,502 miles
  • 2017 – 97,840 miles
  • 2016 – 91,244 miles
  • 2015 – 83,789 miles
  • 2014 – 80,160 miles
  • 2013 – 74,243 miles
  • 2012 – 61,990 miles
  • 2011 – 52,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,729 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,729 miles (-1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    140,729 miles
    Test number
    886633080118
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail140,730 miles (+1,170)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,730 miles
    Test number
    275247346828
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass139,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    139,560 miles
    Test number
    911098472201
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  4. Fail139,560 miles (+1,826)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,560 miles
    Test number
    831775698361
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  5. Pass137,734 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    137,734 miles
    Test number
    485655783782
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail137,734 miles (+3,424)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,734 miles
    Test number
    797854696065
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass134,310 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    134,310 miles
    Test number
    871006516578
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  8. Fail134,310 miles (+6,656)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,310 miles
    Test number
    932193268296
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  9. Pass127,654 miles (+5,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    127,654 miles
    Test number
    860424039211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass122,097 miles (+4,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    122,097 miles
    Test number
    700960788429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass117,735 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    117,735 miles
    Test number
    211849244889
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail117,335 miles (+3,860)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,335 miles
    Test number
    661139957869
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass113,475 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    113,475 miles
    Test number
    461514830150
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail113,475 miles (+7,973)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,475 miles
    Test number
    663345540219
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass105,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    105,502 miles
    Test number
    282761696379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail105,502 miles (+7,662)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,502 miles
    Test number
    165439447175
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  17. Pass97,840 miles (+6,596)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    97,840 miles
    Test number
    589101433521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,244 miles (+7,455)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    91,244 miles
    Test number
    919956244249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,789 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    189790265184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Fail83,789 miles (+3,629)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    596990765165
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass80,160 miles (+5,917)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    80,160 miles
    Test number
    356616274251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,243 miles (+2,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    74,243 miles
    Test number
    338554483214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass71,456 miles (+9,466)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    71,456 miles
    Test number
    546567363047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust silencer outer skin starting to corrode
    • NoteFront tyres scrubbing inner edges

  24. Pass61,990 miles (+9,710)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,990 miles
    Test number
    729889862038
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  25. Pass52,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,280 miles
    Test number
    286240871024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail52,280 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,280 miles
    Test number
    319310171019
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Questions about S5 TPX

Does S5 TPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 TPX is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 TPX?
The MOT on S5 TPX is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 TPX done?
S5 TPX was recorded at 140,729 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 5,828 miles a year.
Has S5 TPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 TPX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 TPX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 May 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S5 TPX find?
S5 TPX passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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