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AK12 LXN

2012 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,845 mi
Last recorded93,845 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 LXN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 93,845 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 93,848 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 90,536 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 13 Dec 2023 85,487 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 85,285 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside dip beam not workling when first turned on

Offside front side light not working when first turned on

Pass 13 Dec 2022 77,736 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 8 Dec 2022 77,736 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front head light has water ingress

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2021 73,397 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 73,397 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 69,074 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 62,669 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Rear tyres perished

Pass 15 Dec 2018 48,211 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 45,997 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 44,171 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 36,320 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 25,726 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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AK12 LXN is a 2012 Ford Focus in White 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 AK12 LXN, 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 AK12 LXN registered?

AK12 LXN is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is AK12 LXN safe to buy?

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