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AK62 YDG

2012 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

147,009 mi
Last recorded147,009 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 YDG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 147,009 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 147,009 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 130,614 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 130,614 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 114,153 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 99,373 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 84,910 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Mar 2018 84,910 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Oct 2017 79,200 miles

Rear number plate marked/delaminated

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 58,947 miles

front brake pads wearing low aprox 5MM

o/s/r tyre low tread 3MM

Pass 29 Oct 2015 45,032 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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AK62 YDG is a 2012 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AK62 YDG, 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 YDG registered?

AK62 YDG is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is AK62 YDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 YDG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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