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2018 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · NU18 ACY

NU18 ACY

2018 Ford Focus (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2018. Recorded mileage 72,507 miles. MOT valid until 09/07/2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2018 · Stockton-on-Tees
MOT Status
Valid until 09/07/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
72,507 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09/07/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent test conducted in June 2025 at 63,955 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the car currently meets all statutory requirements. While there was a failure recorded in July 2024, the immediate pass on the same day suggests that the previous owner addressed the identified faults promptly without any recurring mechanical degradation. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. Between the 2022 test at 36,777 miles and the 2023 test at 49,752 miles, the car covered over 13,000 miles, showing a period of higher usage. However, the interval between July 2024 and June 2025 shows a return to more moderate mileage, which generally reduces the rate of wear on the drivetrain and suspension components. Given the clean results of the latest tests, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on common Ford Focus points of failure regardless of mileage. Check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perishing or cracking, as these can degrade over time even with low usage. Inspect the brake discs for uneven wear or heavy pitting, and examine the exhaust system for any emerging corrosion near the mounting. The record remains clear of structural integrity issues, but a visual check of the sills is always advisable to ensure no hidden rust has developed since the last inspection.

NU18 ACY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2026
  • 72,507 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
83
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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NU18 ACY Mileage History

  1. 29/08/202349,752 mi
  2. 11/07/202460,616 mi+10,864 mi
  3. 11/07/202460,616 mi
  4. 27/06/202563,955 mi+3,339 mi
  5. 09/07/202672,507 mi+8,552 mi

Average of roughly 7,953 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

NU18 ACY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Sept 2026, 12:08
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ford Focus (NU18 ACY) between August 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 09 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.

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