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AK12 XHC

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,526 mi
Last recorded127,526 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 XHC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 127,526 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 127,523 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 124,055 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 124,055 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 117,234 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 117,234 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 111,994 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 107,863 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 91,555 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 79,397 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

crack in windscreen

Fail 15 May 2018 79,397 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

crack in windscreen

Pass 15 May 2017 66,061 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges slightly

Pass 13 May 2016 52,749 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 40,470 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 40,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 XHC is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 XHC, 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 XHC registered?

AK12 XHC is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is AK12 XHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 XHC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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