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AK12 LXU

2012 Ford Focus

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

124,034 mi
Last recorded124,034 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 LXU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 124,034 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 115,835 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 114,618 miles

rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 30 Sep 2022 108,744 miles

rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 30 Jun 2021 97,104 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front 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))

exhaust heat sheild loose

Pass 4 Jul 2020 87,822 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 72,252 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 72,251 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2018 65,037 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 57,652 miles

both front tyres on 2mm

Pass 29 Apr 2016 50,502 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 40,347 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 LXU is a 2012 Ford Focus in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AK12 LXU, 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 LXU registered?

AK12 LXU is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is AK12 LXU safe to buy?

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