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73289

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,380 mi
Last recorded52,380 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration73289
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 52,380 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Outer sill covers present (restricting viewing of components)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear undefloor panels present (restricting viewing of components)

both rear brake flexi hoses outer rubber sleeves are deteriorated and insecure

corrosion on front and rear suspension components

engine undertray present (restricting viewing of components)

front and rear inner arch liners present (restricting viewing of components)

Fail 13 Jan 2026 52,380 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Outer sill covers present (restricting viewing of components)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear undefloor panels present (restricting viewing of components)

both rear brake flexi hoses outer rubber sleeves are deteriorated and insecure

corrosion on front and rear suspension components

engine undertray present (restricting viewing of components)

front and rear inner arch liners present (restricting viewing of components)

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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73289 is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2012 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 66,103 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 73289, 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 14 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 73289 registered?

73289 is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is 73289 safe to buy?

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