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GR04 RUM

2018 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,842 mi
Last recorded54,842 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Focus36,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR04 RUM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 54,842 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 45,603 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 36,865 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted wheel has dent on inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 28,678 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 23,930 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 16,593 miles

Central Front Lower under tray fit not allowing full inspection of lower engine bay

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 11,639 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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GR04 RUM is a 2018 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 GR04 RUM, 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 GR04 RUM?

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What year was GR04 RUM registered?

GR04 RUM is a 2018 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 April 2018.

Is GR04 RUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR04 RUM 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.

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