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Black · Petrol · 2019 · 999 cc

L18 UCMMOT history

L18 UCM is a black petrol Ford Focus first used on 29 Apr 2019. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 60,644 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

L18 UCM black Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
60,644 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 UCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
29 Apr 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 UCM was last recorded at 60,644 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 7,716 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,928 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,716 miles
Average per year
9,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,644 miles
  • 2025 – 52,928 miles
  • 2024 – 43,398 miles
  • 2023 – 30,991 miles
  • 2022 – 21,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,644 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly wearing on outer and inner edges.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

8 tests since 21 Sept 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,644 miles (+7,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    60,644 miles
    Test number
    140212823531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass52,928 miles (+9,530)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    52,928 miles
    Test number
    866961258511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass43,398 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    43,398 miles
    Test number
    520996813537
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake calliper stained
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Fail43,397 miles (+12,406)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,397 miles
    Test number
    995485278889
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake calliper stained
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass30,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    30,991 miles
    Test number
    925059945390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail30,991 miles (+9,239)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,991 miles
    Test number
    494110679801
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/50r17-95w (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides getting low and brake discs lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass21,752 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    21,752 miles
    Test number
    272719860860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly wearing on outer and inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail21,748 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,748 miles
    Test number
    742203836393
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly wearing on outer and inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L18 UCM

Does L18 UCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 UCM is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 UCM?
The MOT on L18 UCM is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 UCM done?
L18 UCM was recorded at 60,644 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 9,751 miles a year.
Has L18 UCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 UCM has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 UCM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L18 UCM find?
L18 UCM passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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