IsItAGoodCar
Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid
Check Service Records

2018 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · RA18 ABU

RA18 ABU

2018 Ford Fiesta (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 23,207 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin
2018 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27 Jun 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
23,207 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Check Tax
Click to check rates
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2018 Ford Fiesta demonstrates excellent overall roadworthiness with a flawless maintenance trend, evidenced by a clean pass on June 3 2025 at 20,700 miles. This latest test sits approximately fourteen months prior to today, meaning the vehicle will soon require a fresh MOT examination to validate its ongoing compliance. Zero defects or advisories appear across the entire available test history, confirming that previous owners maintained the vehicle to a high standard without deferring necessary repairs or overlooking minor component degradation. Accumulating just 20,700 miles over its eight-year lifespan yields a very low annual average of roughly 2,588 miles, reflecting exceptionally light use. The mileage progression remains entirely consistent and traceable across yearly intervals, with 3,621 miles covered between May 2022 and May 2023, 2,630 miles added up to May 2024, and a further 2,383 miles recorded by June 2025. This steady, low-intensity usage pattern avoids the risk of rapid mechanical fatigue, though extended periods of inactivity can occasionally accelerate surface corrosion on brake discs or cause rubber perish. Even though the official test records are entirely free of advisories, an in-person inspection must focus on high-risk consumable items susceptible to age-related deterioration rather than high-mileage wear. Check the condition of the brake discs and pads for pitting or surface rust caused by low-mileage stop-start driving, and inspect the tyre sidewalls for cracking given the vehicle's low annual usage. Furthermore, examine the suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust system mounts for premature perishing, ensuring the rubber components remain pliable despite the low overall mileage.

RA18 ABU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/06/2026
  • 23,207 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
83
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
Experian Provenance Check

Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.

Verified Experian Data

Full History Report

Official provenance and safety check for RA18ABU

Data provided by Experian
Stolen
UNVERIFIED
Unlock to verify
Finance
UNVERIFIED
Unlock to verify
Write-off
UNVERIFIED
Unlock to verify
Salvage
UNVERIFIED
Unlock to verify
Imported
UNVERIFIED
Unlock to verify
Exported
UNVERIFIED
Unlock to verify
Scrapped
UNVERIFIED
Unlock to verify
Destruction
UNVERIFIED
Unlock to verify
V5C Logbook
UNVERIFIED
Unlock to verify
£20,000 Experian Data Guarantee Included

Verify Outstanding Finance & Provenance Before Buying

Free DVLA records only confirm roadworthiness. Protect yourself against active finance repossession, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage fraud with an official Experian check.

✓ One-off payment (no subscription)✓ Instant on screen + PDF emailed✓ Official Experian registry✓ Apple Pay / Google Pay / Cards

Data provided by Experian

Direct Manufacturer Service History

Digital Service History

Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for RA18ABU.

Official OE Dealer Records

Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records

Check franchised dealer maintenance history for RA18ABU. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.

Official dealer maintenance records
Logged mileage at every workshop visit
Itemised repairer operations & schedules
Official VIN identification verification
Included in Extended Check Bundle discount

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence

Estimate current market value

Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.

RA18 ABU Mileage History

  1. 02/06/202315,687 mi
  2. 30/05/202418,317 mi+2,630 mi
  3. 03/06/202520,700 mi+2,383 mi
  4. 04/06/202623,195 mi+2,495 mi
  5. 05/06/202623,207 mi+12 mi

Average of roughly 2,499 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RA18 ABU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Oct 2026, 23:29
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ford Fiesta (RA18 ABU) between June 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 05 June 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: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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 Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))”.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY