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AP12 DVR

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,122 mi
Last recorded112,122 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 DVR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 112,122 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside & offside (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 7 Feb 2026 112,122 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside & offside (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 109,321 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2025 109,224 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 104,354 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

TPMS light on

Pass 3 Apr 2023 98,557 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 92,572 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 88,531 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 80,096 miles

Tyre pressure warning lamp on

Pass 1 Jun 2018 61,929 miles

Offside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 50,006 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 50,006 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 38,559 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 28,151 miles

offside front tyre wall damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 DVR is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AP12 DVR, 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 AP12 DVR registered?

AP12 DVR is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is AP12 DVR safe to buy?

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