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AP12 DNX

2012 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

141,505 mi
Last recorded141,505 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 DNX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 141,505 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2025 141,501 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2024 132,751 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 132,751 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 121,901 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 113,359 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 113,359 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 107,547 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 101,792 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 96,842 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))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 90,141 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

Pass 28 Jul 2017 76,396 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 76,396 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 59,301 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 40,902 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AP12 DNX 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 AP12 DNX, 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.

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What year was AP12 DNX registered?

AP12 DNX is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 August 2012.

Is AP12 DNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 DNX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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