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2018 Ford Focus 2.3L Petrol · SA65 DAN

SA65 DAN

2018 Ford Focus (2.3L, petrol). First registered 05 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 51,284 miles. MOT valid until 04 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2018 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 04 Aug 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
51,284 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.3L
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MOT Status
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Valid until 04 Aug 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
2261cc
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SA65 DAN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2026
  • 51,284 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

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SA65 DAN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Sept 2026, 02:12
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Ford Focus (SA65 DAN) between October 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 30 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: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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: “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.

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SA65 DAN Mileage History

  1. 06/10/202334,197 mi
  2. 01/10/202440,324 mi+6,127 mi
  3. 06/08/202544,734 mi+4,410 mi
  4. 28/07/202651,284 mi+6,550 mi
  5. 30/07/202651,284 mi

Average of roughly 6,072 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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83
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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