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2018 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · FV18 AAE

FV18 AAE

2018 Ford Focus (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 13,403 miles. MOT valid until 30 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2018 · Lincoln
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
Recorded Mileage
13,403 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jun 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2018 Ford Focus demonstrates a consistent and stable roadworthiness status across its documented service history. The most recent inspection in May 2025 passed with no recorded defects, continuing a five-year streak of clean results. This trend own that the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard and has not encountered significant mechanical or structural failures during the testing periods. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,545 miles per year. Between 2021 and 2025, the car covered only 6,660 miles, indicating it was likely used only for short-distance trips or remained stationary for extended periods. While this low-mileage profile typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and Engine components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to issues that are not captured in a standard road test. Because the MOT history shows no recurring faults or structural rust, a buyer's physical inspection should focus on components affected by low-mileage storage. It is essential to check for signs of brake corrosion, flat-spotted tyres, and degradation of rubber seals or suspension artwork that may dry out without regular use. Additionally, the buyer should verify the fluid levels and oil condition to ensure the engine has not suffered from moisture buildup despite the low usage frequency.
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FV18 AAE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/05/2026
  • 13,403 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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FV18 AAE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 11:11
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ford Focus (FV18 AAE) between May 2022 and May 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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ADVISORY

FV18 AAE Mileage History

  1. 16/05/20227,795 mi
  2. 15/05/20239,567 mi+1,772 mi
  3. 21/05/202411,026 mi+1,459 mi
  4. 28/05/202512,362 mi+1,336 mi
  5. 05/05/202613,403 mi+1,041 mi

Average of roughly 1,413 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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