2018 Ford Focus 1.0L Petrol · MF18 WVZ

The 2018 Ford Focus presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile, with its most recent MOT conducted on 30 June 2025 at 93,831 miles recording a clean pass and zero defects. This is a strong indicator that the vehicle was presented in good mechanical order at that time. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, showing no recurring structural, suspension, or braking defects across the recorded history. The only repeated issue relates to tyre condition, which points to consumable wear rather than an underlying mechanical fault. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. Between the July 2023 test at 60,754 miles and the July 2024 test at 77,251 miles, the car covered 16,497 miles in twelve months. The following year saw a marked slowdown, with just 16,580 miles added between July 2024 and June 2025. This slightly reduced annual rate in the most recent period is not unusual for a vehicle approaching nine years old and does not raise concern. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer record that would suggest tampering or prolonged standing. The only defect pattern worth noting is tyre wear. In the June 2025 failure, both nearside and offside front tyres fell below the 1.6mm legal tread depth, yet the retest on the same day at the same mileage passed cleanly. This confirms the issue was promptly addressed with replacement tyres rather than ignored. The July 2024 failure for a non-functioning offside front position lamp was similarly minor and rectified on the same day. Neither fault suggests neglect of core mechanical systems. A buyer inspecting the vehicle in person should focus on the condition of the front suspension bushes, coil springs, and anti-roll bar links, as these components typically show wear on a car of this age and mileage. Check the brake discs and pads for uneven wear, inspect the underside for corrosion on mounting points and subframes, and verify that all exterior lamps function correctly. The clean MOT record is reassuring, but a physical inspection of these areas will confirm whether the car has been genuinely well cared for or merely presented in test-ready condition.