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Ford Focus

White · Petrol · 2012 · 999 cc

S88 HLUMOT history

S88 HLU is a white petrol Ford Focus first used on 3 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 101,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

S88 HLU white Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
101,825 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 HLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 HLU was last recorded at 101,825 miles on 5 May 2026, 3,452 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,373 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,452 miles
Average per year
7,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,825 miles
  • 2025 – 98,373 miles
  • 2024 – 95,284 miles
  • 2023 – 91,880 miles
  • 2022 – 81,805 miles
  • 2021 – 72,328 miles
  • 2020 – 62,632 miles
  • 2019 – 53,622 miles
  • 2018 – 49,982 miles
  • 2017 – 43,912 miles
  • 2016 – 33,553 miles
  • 2015 – 24,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,825 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Covers fitted restricting inspection of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,825 miles (+3,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    101,825 miles
    Test number
    814261521251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass98,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    98,373 miles
    Test number
    998856490800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail98,372 miles (+3,088)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,372 miles
    Test number
    647440895362
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass95,284 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    95,284 miles
    Test number
    373954639085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail95,269 miles (+3,389)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,269 miles
    Test number
    462499106892
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass91,880 miles (+10,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,880 miles
    Test number
    707615634393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass81,805 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,805 miles
    Test number
    248853496430
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail81,805 miles (+9,477)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,805 miles
    Test number
    818259749601
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass72,328 miles (+9,696)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,328 miles
    Test number
    951543109054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting inspection of vehicle
  10. Pass62,632 miles (+9,010)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    62,632 miles
    Test number
    996865388688
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm worn on inner edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm worn inner edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting inspection of vehicle
  11. Pass53,622 miles (+3,640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    53,622 miles
    Test number
    911338612404
    • 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))
  12. Pass49,982 miles (+6,070)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    49,982 miles
    Test number
    165658935666
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  13. Pass43,912 miles (+10,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    43,912 miles
    Test number
    691765685900
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  14. Pass33,553 miles (+8,728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,553 miles
    Test number
    696168711720
    • 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)
  15. Pass24,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    24,825 miles
    Test number
    149625505205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S88 HLU

Does S88 HLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 HLU is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 HLU?
The MOT on S88 HLU is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 HLU done?
S88 HLU was recorded at 101,825 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 7,142 miles a year.
Has S88 HLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 HLU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S88 HLU 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 S88 HLU find?
S88 HLU passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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