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2018 Ford Focus 1.5L Diesel · MV04 ALE

MV04 ALE

2018 Ford Focus (1.5L, diesel). First registered 12 Oct 2018. Recorded mileage 53,936 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2018 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 29 Jul 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
53,936 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 29 Jul 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment

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

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistently stable maintenance trend across the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted on 19 July 2025 at 47,114 miles returned zero defects or advisories. This streak of clean records suggests that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a standard that prevents mechanical or structural components from reaching a failure point during annual testing. The mileage pattern indicates exceptionally low usage for an eight-year-old Ford, averaging approximately 5,900 miles per annum. Between October 2021 at 18,330 miles and October 2022 at 26,534 miles, the car covered over 8,000 miles, whereas it may have sat stationary during other periods. However, the interval between 2024 and 2025 shows a more consistent usage pattern of roughly 5,300 miles. This low mileage is generally beneficial for the drivetrain and prevents the premature degradation of various engine-related components. While the MOT history shows no failures related to structural integrity, brakes, or suspension, a buyer should still inspect for signs of dry rot in rubber components. Low-mileage vehicles often suffer from age-related degradation of suspension bushes and perished tyre sidewalls that an MOT test might not flag. Check the brake discs for surface pitting or corrosion, as long periods of standing can lead to oxidation. Beyond these specific checks, the data reflects a well-cared-for vehicle that has avoided the common mechanical failures associated with higher-mileage examples.

MV04 ALE Key Findings

  • 7 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/07/2026
  • 53,936 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
73
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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MV04 ALE Mileage History

  1. 07/10/202118,330 mi
  2. 06/10/202226,534 mi+8,204 mi
  3. 03/10/202335,645 mi+9,111 mi
  4. 31/07/202441,754 mi+6,109 mi
  5. 19/07/202547,114 mi+5,360 mi
  6. 29/07/202653,936 mi+6,822 mi
  7. 29/07/202653,936 mi

Average of roughly 7,405 miles per year across 7 recorded odometer readings.

MV04 ALE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Oct 2026, 14:38
MOT Analysis

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

7 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ford Focus (MV04 ALE) between October 2021 and July 2026.

The record contains 6 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 29 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: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235 40 18 (5.2.3 (e))”.

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ADVISORY