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AK62 TGU

2012 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

152,644 mi
Last recorded152,644 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 TGU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 152,644 miles

Coolant leak level very low ()

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

Nearside side repeater lens damaged

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

Fail 13 Apr 2026 152,644 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working and damaged (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak level very low ()

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 149,759 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 149,759 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 146,211 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides nsr osr trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

coolant level low

Fail 27 Mar 2024 146,210 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides nsr osr trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

coolant level low

Pass 10 Nov 2022 122,963 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 113,035 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 106,736 miles

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))

Fail 11 Nov 2020 106,736 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 100,727 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 87,955 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 72,479 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 59,150 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 46,905 miles

Engine cover and Under tray fitted.

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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AK62 TGU is a 2012 Ford Focus in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AK62 TGU, 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 AK62 TGU registered?

AK62 TGU is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 November 2012.

Is AK62 TGU safe to buy?

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