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GN18 VCF

2018 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,378 mi
Last recorded43,378 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Focus36,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN18 VCF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 43,378 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 38,145 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 38,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2024 32,082 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 27,283 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 22,290 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 16,194 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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GN18 VCF is a 2018 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GN18 VCF, 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 GN18 VCF?

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What year was GN18 VCF registered?

GN18 VCF is a 2018 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is GN18 VCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN18 VCF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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