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Ford Focus

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,388 cc

S728 DTNMOT history

S728 DTN is a green petrol Ford Focus first used on 30 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 113,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2025
Mileage
113,768 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S728 DTN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S728 DTN was last recorded at 113,768 miles on 13 Aug 2024, 505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,263 miles · 7 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
505 miles
Average per year
3,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,768 miles
  • 2023 – 113,263 miles
  • 2022 – 112,018 miles
  • 2021 – 110,836 miles
  • 2020 – 109,813 miles
  • 2019 – 108,668 miles
  • 2018 – 105,747 miles
  • 2017 – 102,428 miles
  • 2016 – 98,580 miles
  • 2015 – 94,100 miles
  • 2014 – 89,325 miles
  • 2013 – 84,542 miles
  • 2012 – 79,588 miles
  • 2011 – 74,469 miles
  • 2010 – 68,938 miles
  • 2009 – 63,108 miles
  • 2008 – 57,094 miles
  • 2007 – 50,371 miles
  • 2006 – 43,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,768 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Inner sill rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,768 miles (+505)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    113,768 miles
    Test number
    409162690421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,263 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    113,263 miles
    Test number
    396878646414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail113,253 miles (+1,235)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,253 miles
    Test number
    707535208991
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,018 miles (+1,182)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    112,018 miles
    Test number
    387534493730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,836 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    110,836 miles
    Test number
    749881287754
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arm bushes worn

  6. Fail110,830 miles (+1,017)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,830 miles
    Test number
    738752185183
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arm bushes worn

  7. Pass109,813 miles (+1,145)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    109,813 miles
    Test number
    999111530820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    108,668 miles
    Test number
    552697478805
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wing rusty

  9. Fail108,668 miles (+2,921)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,668 miles
    Test number
    643317580658
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wing rusty

  10. Pass105,747 miles (+78)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    105,747 miles
    Test number
    701380339590
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill rusty
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail105,669 miles (+3,241)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,669 miles
    Test number
    959766120285
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass102,428 miles (+3,848)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    102,428 miles
    Test number
    937082300181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass98,580 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,580 miles
    Test number
    278678222495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,541 miles (+4,441)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,541 miles
    Test number
    388167070246
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass94,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    94,100 miles
    Test number
    377411505205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail94,100 miles (+4,775)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,100 miles
    Test number
    375331305402
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass89,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    89,325 miles
    Test number
    705543304216
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail89,324 miles (+4,782)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,324 miles
    Test number
    729823704280
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass84,542 miles (+4,954)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    84,542 miles
    Test number
    756653503202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass79,588 miles (+5,119)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    79,588 miles
    Test number
    745545602293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,469 miles (+5,531)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    74,469 miles
    Test number
    329946001244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,938 miles (+5,830)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    68,938 miles
    Test number
    834322500278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,108 miles (+6,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,108 miles
    Test number
    552188609280
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass57,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    57,094 miles
    Test number
    621243808222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail57,094 miles (+6,723)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,094 miles
    Test number
    471393408256
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass50,371 miles (+6,875)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    50,371 miles
    Test number
    193995107284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,496 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,496 miles
    Test number
    323171806247
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail43,496 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,496 miles
    Test number
    823311006226
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S728 DTN

Does S728 DTN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S728 DTN expired on 19 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S728 DTN?
The MOT on S728 DTN expired on 19 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S728 DTN done?
S728 DTN was recorded at 113,768 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2024, an average of 3,890 miles a year.
Has S728 DTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S728 DTN has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S728 DTN 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 S728 DTN find?
S728 DTN passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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