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AJ61 OZB

2012 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,236 mi
Last recorded94,236 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 OZB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 94,236 miles

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

both front wipers showing signs of wear

Fail 14 Aug 2025 94,236 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

both front wipers showing signs of wear

Pass 29 Aug 2024 87,071 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 87,066 miles

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

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

Central Front Upper Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test removed air fresh (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 78,639 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 78,639 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 70,312 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 57,342 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2021 57,274 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 45,007 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 36,944 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 28,126 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 25,788 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 24,855 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 23,931 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 21,555 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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AJ61 OZB is a 2012 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AJ61 OZB, 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 OZB registered?

AJ61 OZB is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 February 2012.

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