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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,988 cc

X23 FSTMOT history

X23 FST is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 168,058 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

X23 FST blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
168,058 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 FST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 FST was last recorded at 168,058 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 6,378 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,680 miles · 9 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,378 miles
Average per year
7,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,058 miles
  • 2024 – 161,680 miles
  • 2023 – 156,903 miles
  • 2022 – 153,261 miles
  • 2019 – 151,134 miles
  • 2018 – 142,784 miles
  • 2017 – 134,261 miles
  • 2016 – 126,111 miles
  • 2015 – 122,822 miles
  • 2014 – 117,704 miles
  • 2013 – 106,153 miles
  • 2012 – 90,582 miles
  • 2011 – 77,111 miles
  • 2010 – 57,194 miles
  • 2009 – 41,881 miles
  • 2008 – 29,753 miles
  • 2007 – 29,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,058 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,058 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    168,058 miles
    Test number
    253350941422
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail168,058 miles (+6,378)1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,058 miles
    Test number
    287556060618
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass161,680 miles (+4,777)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    161,680 miles
    Test number
    606144465831
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass156,903 miles (+10)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    156,903 miles
    Test number
    200676602247
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail156,893 miles (+3,632)7 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,893 miles
    Test number
    884812056071
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass153,261 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    153,261 miles
    Test number
    843142852847
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
  7. Fail153,261 miles (+2,127)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,261 miles
    Test number
    724562320490
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake low reading
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
  8. Pass151,134 miles (+9)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,134 miles
    Test number
    127601868685
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light o/s/f lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering fluid low (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear front radius bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel tank slightly loose fuel tank strap corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre screw in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn o/s rear radius bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail151,125 miles (+8,341)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,125 miles
    Test number
    935976720530
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine man light on (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear metal brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working o/s/r side light not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light o/s/f lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering fluid low (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear front radius bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel tank slightly loose fuel tank strap corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre screw in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn o/s rear radius bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil leaks from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass142,784 miles (+8,523)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    142,784 miles
    Test number
    605139014993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass134,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    134,261 miles
    Test number
    817133761308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail134,261 miles (+8,150)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,261 miles
    Test number
    743777975813
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  13. Pass126,111 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    157425259314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Fail126,111 miles (+3,289)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    377930577231
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass122,822 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    122,822 miles
    Test number
    788113465160
    • NoteRear discs rusty
    • NoteSlight misting offside rear shocker
  16. Fail122,815 miles (+5,111)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,815 miles
    Test number
    246763665489
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear discs rusty
    • NoteSlight misting offside rear shocker
  17. Pass117,704 miles (+11,551)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    117,704 miles
    Test number
    686499704261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSome corrosion to edges of both rear brake discs
    • NoteSome deterioration to both headlamp lenses
  18. Pass106,153 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    106,153 miles
    Test number
    655387913210
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteSlight corrosion to edges of both rear brake discs
    • NoteWindscreen chipped in os swept area
  19. Fail106,153 miles (+15,571)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,153 miles
    Test number
    546027613237
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteSlight corrosion to edges of both rear brake discs
    • NoteWindscreen chipped in os swept area
  20. Pass90,582 miles (+13,471)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    90,582 miles
    Test number
    179400212211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,111 miles (+36)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    77,111 miles
    Test number
    708879621251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NotePitting to front brake disc's
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear metal brake pipes
  22. Pass77,075 miles (+5,386)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,075 miles
    Test number
    999960011211
    • NoteSurface rust on exhaust
  23. Pass71,689 miles (+14,495)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    999689111050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,194 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,194 miles
    Test number
    952618820005
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant level low before test.
  25. Fail57,194 miles (+15,313)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,194 miles
    Test number
    454078020073
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass41,881 miles (+12,128)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    41,881 miles
    Test number
    120844429053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass29,753 miles (+691)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    29,753 miles
    Test number
    531872138082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    29,062 miles
    Test number
    452002977040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X23 FST

Does X23 FST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 FST is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X23 FST?
The MOT on X23 FST is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X23 FST done?
X23 FST was recorded at 168,058 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 7,172 miles a year.
Has X23 FST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 FST has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X23 FST 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 X23 FST find?
X23 FST passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; parking brake lever pivot obviously worn; windscreen wiper blade defective, and 5 more.

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