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2018 FORD FOCUS1.0L Petrol

NU18 ABO

2018 FORD FOCUS — Petrol, 999cc. This vehicle has 55,278 miles on record. MOT status: no valid MOT. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 23/04/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment
This Ford Focus presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 15 April 2025 at 55,278 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean tests dating back to 2022, suggesting a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical UK usage for an eight-year-old vehicle. The distance increased from 24,765 miles in April 2022 to 55,278 miles by April 2025. A notable jump occurred between April 2024 and April 2025, where the vehicle covered 14,048 miles in a single year, roughly double the previous annual average. This shift indicates a change in usage patterns, but the lack of resulting defects suggests the drivetrain and suspension handled the increased load well. The record shows a failure on 22 April 2024 at 41,230 miles, though it passed on the same day with no defects listed. This typically points to a minor administrative error or a quick fix of a consumable item that the tester did not deem worthy of a detailed advisory. There are no mentions of corrosion, suspension bush wear, or brake disc degradation across the entire history. A physical inspection should focus on consumables that the MOT does not always flag as failures until they reach a legal limit. Check the depth of the tyre treads and the condition of the brake pads, especially given the high mileage surge in the last year. Inspect the underside for any surface corrosion that may have developed despite the clean test sheets.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04
Mechanic's Historical Review
This Ford Focus presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 15 April 2025 at 55,278 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean tests dating back to 2022, suggesting a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical UK usage for an eight-year-old vehicle. The distance increased from 24,765 miles in April 2022 to 55,278 miles by April 2025. A notable jump occurred between April 2024 and April 2025, where the vehicle covered 14,048 miles in a single year, roughly double the previous annual average. This shift indicates a change in usage patterns, but the lack of resulting defects suggests the drivetrain and suspension handled the increased load well. The record shows a failure on 22 April 2024 at 41,230 miles, though it passed on the same day with no defects listed. This typically points to a minor administrative error or a quick fix of a consumable item that the tester did not deem worthy of a detailed advisory. There are no mentions of corrosion, suspension bush wear, or brake disc degradation across the entire history. A physical inspection should focus on consumables that the MOT does not always flag as failures until they reach a legal limit. Check the depth of the tyre treads and the condition of the brake pads, especially given the high mileage surge in the last year. Inspect the underside for any surface corrosion that may have developed despite the clean test sheets.
MOT Test History Overview

Checking the history for this 2018 Ford Focus (NU18 ABO), we found 5 MOT results in the period of April 2022 to April 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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