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GV18 OTZ

2018 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

39,771 mi
Last recorded39,771 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Focus36,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV18 OTZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 39,771 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2026 39,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 33,497 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 27,204 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 20,580 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 15,772 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 15,772 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 1 Jun 2021 13,923 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 13,923 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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GV18 OTZ is a 2018 Ford Focus in Blue with a 999cc petrol 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 GV18 OTZ, 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 GV18 OTZ?

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What year was GV18 OTZ registered?

GV18 OTZ is a 2018 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 June 2018.

Is GV18 OTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV18 OTZ 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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