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AP12 JRO

2012 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,405 mi
Last recorded172,405 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 JRO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 172,405 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

all suspension components are heavily covered in underseal

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2025 165,333 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2024 158,838 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rearbushes (both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2023 153,199 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 153,199 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 144,035 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2022 144,035 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 134,592 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 134,592 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 117,370 miles

fuel tank heat shield insecure

Pass 14 Jun 2019 101,381 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 84,984 miles

front brake discs slightly reduced in thickness

Fail 8 Jun 2018 84,984 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

front brake discs slightly reduced in thickness

Pass 8 Jul 2017 64,023 miles

both front tyre treads 3mm only and wearing slightly inner edges

Pass 3 Jun 2016 47,521 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 37,423 miles

Advise front tyres on 3mm

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

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 JRO is a 2012 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JRO, 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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AP12 JRO is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 August 2012.

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