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GM04 WAT

2018 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,182 mi
Last recorded51,182 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Focus36,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM04 WAT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 51,182 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 43,521 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 36,882 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 30,239 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 26 May 2022 21,630 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 28 May 2021 14,150 miles

Engine and under covers fitted

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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GM04 WAT is a 2018 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GM04 WAT, 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 GM04 WAT?

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What year was GM04 WAT registered?

GM04 WAT is a 2018 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 May 2018.

Is GM04 WAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM04 WAT shows 6 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 GM04 WAT have outstanding finance?

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