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Ford Focus

Blue · Petrol · 2010 · 1,596 cc

L18 YJWMOT history

L18 YJW is a blue petrol Ford Focus first used on 10 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 132,958 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

L18 YJW blue Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
132,958 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 YJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
10 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 YJW was last recorded at 132,958 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 4,438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,520 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,438 miles
Average per year
8,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,958 miles
  • 2025 – 128,520 miles
  • 2024 – 122,227 miles
  • 2023 – 115,810 miles
  • 2022 – 106,999 miles
  • 2021 – 99,889 miles
  • 2020 – 95,190 miles
  • 2019 – 86,496 miles
  • 2018 – 77,922 miles
  • 2017 – 68,849 miles
  • 2016 – 57,250 miles
  • 2015 – 47,131 miles
  • 2014 – 35,848 miles
  • 2013 – 23,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,958 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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.

  • Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,958 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    132,958 miles
    Test number
    693015290720
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail132,958 miles (+4,438)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,958 miles
    Test number
    233833427643
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass128,520 miles (+6,293)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    128,520 miles
    Test number
    606242455590
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear trailing arm bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated

  4. Pass122,227 miles (+6,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    122,227 miles
    Test number
    639229524862
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn low on inside edges

  5. Pass115,810 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,810 miles
    Test number
    644869238763
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail115,786 miles (+8,787)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,786 miles
    Test number
    950113151642
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass106,999 miles (+7,110)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    106,999 miles
    Test number
    292732059124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass99,889 miles (+4,699)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,889 miles
    Test number
    895027627767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,190 miles (+8,694)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    95,190 miles
    Test number
    599084044562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,496 miles (+8,574)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    86,496 miles
    Test number
    551641249089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,922 miles (+9,073)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    77,922 miles
    Test number
    159269468961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,849 miles (+11,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,849 miles
    Test number
    519132022887
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres wearing thin on inner edges

  13. Pass57,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,250 miles
    Test number
    241420050929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,250 miles (+10,119)4 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,250 miles
    Test number
    124310398739
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre nail in tread

  15. Pass47,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    47,131 miles
    Test number
    177036775092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,131 miles (+11,283)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,131 miles
    Test number
    959385675050
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded.

  17. Pass35,848 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    35,848 miles
    Test number
    257337994052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail35,848 miles (+12,789)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,848 miles
    Test number
    806127694005
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail23,059 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,059 miles
    Test number
    138407573037
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass23,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    23,059 miles
    Test number
    749287373042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 YJW

Does L18 YJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 YJW is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 YJW?
The MOT on L18 YJW is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 YJW done?
L18 YJW was recorded at 132,958 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 8,494 miles a year.
Has L18 YJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 YJW has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 YJW 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 YJW find?
L18 YJW passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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