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AJ61 GMZ

2012 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

138,109 mi
Last recorded138,109 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 GMZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 138,109 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 132,790 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 126,294 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 120,416 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2022 120,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 114,499 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 108,638 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 103,405 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 96,675 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 91,563 miles

covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 30 Jan 2017 84,110 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 72,847 miles

covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 22 Jan 2015 51,483 miles

Emissions passed at 0.00 so no printout

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear inner brake pads look low?

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside 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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AJ61 GMZ is a 2012 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 AJ61 GMZ, 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 AJ61 GMZ registered?

AJ61 GMZ is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 February 2012.

Is AJ61 GMZ safe to buy?

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