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AX18 LWV

2018 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,250 mi
Last recorded63,250 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Focus36,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX18 LWV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 63,250 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 6 May 2026 63,250 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 58,642 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 51,380 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 44,252 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 44,252 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 44,246 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to excessively high engine oil level (8.2.2.2 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 37,363 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 31,278 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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AX18 LWV is a 2018 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AX18 LWV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AX18 LWV?

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What year was AX18 LWV registered?

AX18 LWV is a 2018 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 August 2018.

Is AX18 LWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX18 LWV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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