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Grey · Petrol · 2018 · 2,261 cc

LG18 YLJMOT history

LG18 YLJ is a grey petrol Ford Focus first used on 31 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 10 MOT tests, with 66,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

LG18 YLJ grey Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
66,549 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
6 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG18 YLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,261 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
31 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG18 YLJ was last recorded at 66,549 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,549 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,549 miles
  • 2025 – 59,137 miles
  • 2024 – 52,778 miles
  • 2023 – 45,345 miles
  • 2022 – 43,461 miles
  • 2021 – 39,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,549 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel been weldedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 6 Apr 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,549 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    66,549 miles
    Test number
    484732315384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel been welded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail66,549 miles (+7,412)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,549 miles
    Test number
    329206677453
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel been welded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play felt on road wheel 3+9 position
  3. Pass59,137 miles (+6,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    59,137 miles
    Test number
    434086984417
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass52,778 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    52,778 miles
    Test number
    752763840914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  5. Fail52,778 miles (+7,433)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,778 miles
    Test number
    964472848640
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  6. Pass45,345 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    45,345 miles
    Test number
    999100144870
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail45,345 miles (+1,884)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,345 miles
    Test number
    118624928645
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass43,461 miles (+4,169)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    43,461 miles
    Test number
    517495707241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,292 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    39,292 miles
    Test number
    152453887991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  10. Fail39,275 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,275 miles
    Test number
    640252648043
    • MajorCentral Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Questions about LG18 YLJ

Does LG18 YLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG18 YLJ is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG18 YLJ?
The MOT on LG18 YLJ is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG18 YLJ done?
LG18 YLJ was recorded at 66,549 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 5,531 miles a year.
Has LG18 YLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG18 YLJ has failed 4 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LG18 YLJ 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 LG18 YLJ find?
LG18 YLJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn; nearside rear wheel been welded, and 1 more.

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