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AK18 WXJ

2018 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

77,259 mi
Last recorded77,259 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Focus36,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK18 WXJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 77,259 miles
Fail 20 May 2026 77,249 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Front fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected lens covered/obscured (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface reflector covered/obscured (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front fog lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Front fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected lens covered/obscured (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected lens covered/obscured (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface reflector covered/obscured (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.59mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring inadequately secured engine bay, both headlamp wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 64,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 May 2025 64,254 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2024 52,894 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.21mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.69mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 May 2024 52,894 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.21mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.69mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2023 41,126 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 May 2023 41,125 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2022 29,216 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside front tyre deteriorated

Fail 23 May 2022 29,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside front tyre deteriorated

Pass 4 Jun 2021 19,182 miles

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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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AK18 WXJ is a 2018 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2018 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 36,698 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK18 WXJ, 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 8 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK18 WXJ registered?

AK18 WXJ is a 2018 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 June 2018.

Is AK18 WXJ safe to buy?

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