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FORD FOCUS2018 · 1.5L Diesel

EO18 AEP

Vehicle Insight Summary

FORD FOCUS (2018, Diesel, 1499cc) — mileage recorded at 75,876. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Expired
Expires 26/04/2026
Tax
No data
Fuel
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1499cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2018 Ford Focus presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 7 April 2025 at 75,876 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of clean annual results since the first entry in 2021. Mileage progression shows consistent annual use at roughly 9,500 miles per year, well within typical expectations for an eight-year-old vehicle. The records step from 22,594 miles on 17 April 2021 to 33,602 on 27 April 2022, 45,214 on 21 April 2023, 60,897 on 25 April 2024, and 75,876 on 7 April 2025. No gaps or sudden accumulation appear. The DVSA history is sparse in advisories, with every test listing zero defects and no flagged consumable or structural concerns. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and underbody corrosion given the vehicle's age. The absence of recorded advisories does not preclude wear invisible to the MOT regime, particularly on components like binding calipers or exhaust emissions systems. Previous owners clearly kept the car to a disciplined annual test schedule with no skipped entries. That discipline suggests basic upkeep was maintained, though the clean record offers no evidence of proactive part replacement beyond statutory requirements.

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63
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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 4/15/2026, 4:56:25 PM

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2018 Ford Focus presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 7 April 2025 at 75,876 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of clean annual results since the first entry in 2021. Mileage progression shows consistent annual use at roughly 9,500 miles per year, well within typical expectations for an eight-year-old vehicle. The records step from 22,594 miles on 17 April 2021 to 33,602 on 27 April 2022, 45,214 on 21 April 2023, 60,897 on 25 April 2024, and 75,876 on 7 April 2025. No gaps or sudden accumulation appear. The DVSA history is sparse in advisories, with every test listing zero defects and no flagged consumable or structural concerns. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and underbody corrosion given the vehicle's age. The absence of recorded advisories does not preclude wear invisible to the MOT regime, particularly on components like binding calipers or exhaust emissions systems. Previous owners clearly kept the car to a disciplined annual test schedule with no skipped entries. That discipline suggests basic upkeep was maintained, though the clean record offers no evidence of proactive part replacement beyond statutory requirements.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2018 Ford Focus (EO18 AEP) has a recorded MOT history spanning from April 2021 to April 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 5 passes against 0 fails. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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Buyer's Guide

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Buying Score
70/100
Risk Level
Low
Low
Est. Annual Cost
£1,200-£1,500
Mileage
75,876 miles is below average for an 8-y...

Our Verdict

Recommended for its consistent MOT record and low mileage, but buyers should verify service history for potential hidden issues.

Prioritize checking the service history to confirm regular maintenance, particularly for diesel-specific components like the DPF and EGR valve. Negotiate based on the vehicle's low mileage (75,876 miles for an 8-year-old car) and clean MOT record. Be wary of potential hidden issues common to 2018 Focus models, such as electrical faults or suspension wear, even though none appear in the MOT data.

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