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AF62 ZFX

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

163,035 mi
Last recorded163,035 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 ZFX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 163,035 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 158,563 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jan 2025 158,563 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 152,226 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides front discs getting lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working middle stop lamp tail gate (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Nov 2023 152,226 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both sides front drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides front discs getting lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working middle stop lamp tail gate (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 144,030 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 134,158 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 121,105 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 116,301 miles

Rear brake pads getting low

advise engine and sill covers fitted

Fail 15 Feb 2020 116,301 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear brake pads getting low

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

advise engine and sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2019 110,721 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 102,497 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 83,540 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 62,621 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 42,299 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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AF62 ZFX is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AF62 ZFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF62 ZFX registered?

AF62 ZFX is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is AF62 ZFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 ZFX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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