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A18 LXG

2016 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,944 mi
Last recorded120,944 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Focus48,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 LXG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 120,944 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 110,211 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 94,966 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 82,197 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 70,631 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 55,208 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 41,025 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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A18 LXG is a 2016 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 48,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 LXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 10 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A18 LXG?

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What year was A18 LXG registered?

A18 LXG is a 2016 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2016.

Is A18 LXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 LXG shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A18 LXG have outstanding finance?

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