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A18 RKT

2012 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

127,586 mi
Last recorded127,586 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 RKT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 127,586 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2024 121,786 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 121,758 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 112,507 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 98,364 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 87,760 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 87,760 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 86,888 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 86,888 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 83,487 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 79,799 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 79,799 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 71,806 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 57,348 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 36,541 miles

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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A18 RKT is a 2012 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 A18 RKT, 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 A18 RKT registered?

A18 RKT is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is A18 RKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 RKT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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