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A12 XHP

2017 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,643 mi
Last recorded91,643 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Focus42,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 XHP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 91,643 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 91,641 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both Sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 87,307 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 81,077 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 76,652 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 71,455 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 64,331 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 63,364 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 57,833 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 52,403 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge and slightly perished

Pass 24 Aug 2021 50,545 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 45,317 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 38,310 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 43,067 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 27,554 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 27,554 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth worn away on edge (1.1.2 (c))

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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A12 XHP is a 2017 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 42,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A12 XHP, 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 9 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A12 XHP registered?

A12 XHP is a 2017 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 March 2017.

Is A12 XHP safe to buy?

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