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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2016 · 999 cc

W5 RDLMOT history

W5 RDL is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Dec 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 131,741 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

W5 RDL blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
131,741 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
15,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 RDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Dec 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 RDL was last recorded at 131,741 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,739 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
15,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,741 miles
  • 2024 – 121,721 miles
  • 2023 – 105,110 miles
  • 2022 – 93,771 miles
  • 2021 – 70,011 miles
  • 2020 – 54,986 miles
  • 2019 – 37,615 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,741 miles
  • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 15 Nov 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,741 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    131,741 miles
    Test number
    542996078561
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail131,739 miles (+10,018)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,739 miles
    Test number
    810796579479
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass121,721 miles (+16,611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    121,721 miles
    Test number
    642474974810
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass105,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,110 miles
    Test number
    665442151606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail105,110 miles (+11,339)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,110 miles
    Test number
    556932682138
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass93,771 miles (+23,760)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    93,771 miles
    Test number
    822634787731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,011 miles (+268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,011 miles
    Test number
    308705266186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  8. Fail69,743 miles (+14,757)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,743 miles
    Test number
    145790202518
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  9. Pass54,986 miles (+17,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    54,986 miles
    Test number
    673752111078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder. (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass37,615 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    37,615 miles
    Test number
    101117948811
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about W5 RDL

Does W5 RDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 RDL is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on W5 RDL?
The MOT on W5 RDL is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 RDL done?
W5 RDL was recorded at 131,741 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 15,641 miles a year.
Has W5 RDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 RDL has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on W5 RDL 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 W5 RDL find?
W5 RDL passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: direction indicator slightly discoloured all; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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