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AP12 DVW

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,435 mi
Last recorded120,435 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 DVW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 120,435 miles

General corrosion to various suspension components

Pass 20 May 2025 119,404 miles

General corrosion to suspension components

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2024 118,152 miles

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

General Corrosion to Suspension Components

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

Fail 21 May 2024 118,151 miles

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

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

General Corrosion to Suspension Components

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

Pass 15 May 2023 116,473 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 15 May 2023 116,473 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2022 114,821 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 113,667 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 110,243 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 102,628 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 90,903 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 78,394 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 58,961 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 41,456 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 DVW is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DVW, 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 DVW registered?

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

Is AP12 DVW safe to buy?

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