The road tax status for R18 MAD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R18 MAD?

The MOT for R18 MAD is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R18 MAD?

The recorded mileage for R18 MAD is 108,571 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R18 MAD ULEZ compliant?

Yes, R18 MAD (FORD FOCUS) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Official DVLA Record

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2008 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · R18 MAD

R18 MAD

2008 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 26/09/2008. Recorded mileage 108,571 miles. MOT valid until 12/07/2027.

Make & Model: FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin: 2008 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 12/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 108,571 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 108,571 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2008
Engine: 1596cc

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R18 MAD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/07/2026
108,571 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (15 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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R18 MAD Mileage History

22/06/202394,766 mi
08/07/2024100,116 mi+5,350 mi
27/06/2025104,165 mi+4,049 mi
29/06/2026108,563 mi+4,398 mi
10/07/2026108,571 mi+8 mi

Average of roughly 4,527 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R18 MAD MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Sept 2026, 03:10

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Focus (R18 MAD) between June 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 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: Suspension (15 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.

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