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AO12 TZJ

2012 Ford Focus

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

175,948 mi
Last recorded175,948 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 TZJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 175,948 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 160,207 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 143,013 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 127,723 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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))

covers and shields restricts view

engine runs lumpy, exhaust emissions ok

Pass 15 Oct 2021 110,195 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front undertrays fitted

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 96,269 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 83,600 miles

rear tyres misshaped

Pass 8 Oct 2018 64,985 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 49,929 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 33,472 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 28,628 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 20,210 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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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AO12 TZJ is a 2012 Ford Focus in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AO12 TZJ, 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 AO12 TZJ registered?

AO12 TZJ is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is AO12 TZJ safe to buy?

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