2018 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · LN68 ULT
2018 Ford Focus (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 27,729 miles. MOT valid until 05 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 27,729 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LN68 ULT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2026
- 27,729 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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LN68 ULT Mileage History
- 09/08/202318,907 mi
- 09/08/202318,907 mi
- 20/08/202421,683 mi+2,776 mi
- 11/08/202524,337 mi+2,654 mi
- 28/08/202627,729 mi+3,392 mi
Average of roughly 2,890 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LN68 ULT MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ford Focus (LN68 ULT) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 August 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: Bodywork (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 2018 Ford Focus 1.0T is a sensible used buy, with a clean MOT record over the past two years and mileage well below the model average. Buyers should still verify the cause of the 2023 failure and inspect typical Focus weak points before committing.
Given the consistent year-on-year MOT mileage increases of around 2,500 miles, this Focus has clearly been used as a light second or occasional commuter car rather than a daily driver, which limits wear but also makes it harder to assess long-term durability. Ask the seller why the August 2023 MOT failed and what was rectified — the records do not detail the defect, so you will need to see the repair invoice or the VT30 refusal document to understand what was attended to. The 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine is known across the Focus range for timing belt/chain and coolant-related concerns, so confirm the service schedule has been followed and look for evidence of cambelt or wet belt replacement at the appropriate interval. A pre-purchase inspection by a Ford specialist or independent garage is worth budgeting for, even with the clean recent MOT history.
Negotiation leverage is modest because the record is largely positive, but the unknown 2023 failure reason is a reasonable point to query. Insist on seeing the V5C, full service history (ideally Ford dealer or specialist stamps), and any warranty paperwork still in force — Ford's manufacturer warranty on a 2018 car will have expired, but a third-party or extended warranty could transfer. Check that two keys are present, as Focus models from this era are commonly sold with only one and replacement keys are relatively expensive.
The 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol returns a real-world 45-50 mpg in mixed driving, translating to roughly £30-£40 per week in fuel for average commuting use. Road tax sits in a low band due to the sub-1.0-litre engine and modest CO2 output (typically £150-£165 per year for this generation), though post-2017 cars paying the standard rate is worth confirming via the V5C. Insurance for a 2018 1.0T Focus typically falls into group 10-14, putting annual premiums in the £400-£600 region for a typical driver, depending on history and location.
Routine maintenance is generally affordable, with Ford parts being widely available and competitively priced. An annual service costs around £150-£220 at an independent garage, with a major service (including spark plugs, air filter, and fluid changes) closer to £300. The 1.0T EcoBoost can be prone to carbon build-up on the intake valves and a wet timing belt replacement (due roughly every 100,000 miles or seven years) can cost £400-£600, so factor this into any long-term ownership plans. Estimated annual running cost: £1,000-£1,300.
Despite the clean recent MOT record, a physical inspection is essential. The August 2023 failure is unexplained in the data provided, so check the underside and brake components carefully for any signs of recent repair work or fresh components that could indicate a more serious underlying issue was addressed. The model-wide top failure reasons are tyres, headlamps, and corrosion — examine the tyres for even wear (uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues), check all headlamp lenses for condensation or clouding, and inspect the bodywork, particularly around wheel arches and sills, for bubbling paint or surface corrosion that could become an MOT failure point in future tests.
On the 1.0T EcoBoost specifically, listen for a rattle on cold start (timing chain tensioner concerns), check for any misfire under load (coil pack or plug issues), and look for oil leaks around the turbo and cam cover. The clutch and dual-mass flywheel on higher-mileage examples can be a wear item, though at 24,337 miles this should not yet be a concern. Finally, verify all electrical systems work — the Focus Mk3 infotainment screen and SYNC system are common sources of glitches, and the dual-clutch (PowerShift) gearbox is not fitted to this 1.0 manual, which is a positive on reliability grounds.
This LN68ULT black 1.0-litre petrol Focus first registered in September 2018 has covered only 24,337 miles across seven years, equating to roughly 3,500 miles per year — well below the Ford Focus average of 6,873 miles annually. Five MOT tests are recorded, with four passes and one failure (also at 18,907 miles in August 2023). The two most recent tests (2024 and 2025) passed with no defects or advisories recorded, suggesting the car has been in good order at the point of test.
The Ford Focus has an aggregate MOT pass rate of 79.1% across more than one million analysed vehicles, placing it in the middle of the family-car reliability pack. The 1.0T EcoBoost variant is generally dependable when serviced on schedule, though it has known weak points around the wet timing belt and intake carbon build-up.
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