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Ford Focus

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

ST 8553MOT history

ST 8553 is a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 21 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 95,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

ST 8553 silver Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
95,239 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ST 8553
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

ST 8553 was last recorded at 95,239 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,239 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,239 miles
  • 2024 – 90,581 miles
  • 2023 – 85,756 miles
  • 2022 – 84,473 miles
  • 2021 – 80,961 miles
  • 2020 – 75,953 miles
  • 2019 – 71,190 miles
  • 2018 – 68,026 miles
  • 2017 – 62,937 miles
  • 2016 – 60,699 miles
  • 2015 – 58,131 miles
  • 2014 – 54,918 miles
  • 2013 – 52,434 miles
  • 2012 – 50,759 miles
  • 2011 – 48,763 miles
  • 2010 – 46,374 miles
  • 2009 – 44,258 miles
  • 2008 – 41,488 miles
  • 2007 – 39,457 miles
  • 2006 – 36,874 miles
  • 2005 – 34,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,239 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

34 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,239 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    95,239 miles
    Test number
    137590477186
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  2. Fail95,239 miles (+4,658)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,239 miles
    Test number
    644384906576
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  3. Pass90,581 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,581 miles
    Test number
    556950979069
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail90,581 miles (+4,825)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,581 miles
    Test number
    920798719846
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,756 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    85,756 miles
    Test number
    647692469920
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front - rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive advise repair (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on / advise repair

  6. Fail85,756 miles (+1,283)6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,756 miles
    Test number
    323332599939
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front - rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive advise repair (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear sill ends / arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on / advise repair

  7. Pass84,473 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,473 miles
    Test number
    943822577342
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail84,464 miles (+3,503)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,464 miles
    Test number
    405206853742
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,961 miles (+5,008)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,961 miles
    Test number
    389604618078
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass75,953 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,953 miles
    Test number
    528041906380
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail75,953 miles (+4,763)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,953 miles
    Test number
    337894517511
    • 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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass71,190 miles (+1)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,190 miles
    Test number
    320141366462
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail71,189 miles (+3,163)1 dangerous3 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,189 miles
    Test number
    514498422047
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass68,026 miles (+5,089)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    68,026 miles
    Test number
    118918564139
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly distored inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass62,937 miles (+8)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,937 miles
    Test number
    786062939088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s/r and o/s/r (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to areas of rear floor / chassis
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear sub frame and suspension arms
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f shock absorber casings and coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r suspension arm bush's deteriorated but no excessive movement
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre deforming on inner edge / cracking to inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight weep from PAS bottle

  16. Fail62,929 miles (+2,230)2 failures15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,929 miles
    Test number
    423546943578
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s/r and o/s/r (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to areas of rear floor / chassis
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear sub frame and suspension arms
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f shock absorber casings and coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r suspension arm bush's deteriorated but no excessive movement
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre deforming on inner edge / cracking to inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight weep from PAS bottle

  17. Pass60,699 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,699 miles
    Test number
    395006872633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads 3-4mm discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  18. Fail60,699 miles (+2,568)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,699 miles
    Test number
    457808791830
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads 3-4mm discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  19. Pass58,131 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,131 miles
    Test number
    472883140874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Fail58,131 miles (+3,213)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,131 miles
    Test number
    339512889073
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass54,918 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    54,918 miles
    Test number
    457310514307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion in metal fuel tank strap

  22. Fail54,918 miles (+2,484)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,918 miles
    Test number
    787600314330
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion in metal fuel tank strap

  23. Pass52,434 miles (+1,675)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    52,434 miles
    Test number
    625862323313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear exhaust section

  24. Pass50,759 miles (+1,996)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,759 miles
    Test number
    398092432389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion in metal fuel tank straps

  25. Fail48,763 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,763 miles
    Test number
    475011521453
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  26. Pass48,763 miles (+2,389)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    48,763 miles
    Test number
    967881021310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,374 miles (+2,116)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,374 miles
    Test number
    200201820328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,258 miles
    Test number
    241832329330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail44,258 miles (+2,770)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,258 miles
    Test number
    653352529309
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass41,488 miles (+2,031)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,488 miles
    Test number
    153555698227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass39,457 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    39,457 miles
    Test number
    640235407311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail39,358 miles (+2,484)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,358 miles
    Test number
    524977397234
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  33. Pass36,874 miles (+2,622)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,874 miles
    Test number
    521032116371
    • NoteAdvise dampness around steering rack and power steering pump areas
    • NoteTraces of grease around n/s inner cv boot and o/s outer boot advise

  34. Pass34,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    764552735336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about ST 8553

What vehicle is registration ST 8553 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ST 8553 on a silver petrol Ford Focus first used on 21 Nov 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does ST 8553 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ST 8553 is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on ST 8553?
The MOT on ST 8553 is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ST 8553 done?
ST 8553 was recorded at 95,239 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 3,047 miles a year.
Has ST 8553 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ST 8553 has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on ST 8553 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 ST 8553 find?
ST 8553 passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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