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AP61 AXZ

2012 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

81,236 mi
Last recorded81,236 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP61 AXZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 81,236 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 5 Feb 2025 75,796 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 72,057 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))

air con auxillary belt faulty

Pass 6 Mar 2023 68,212 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 62,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 30 Mar 2022 62,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 58,134 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 52,005 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 52,005 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Jun 2019 45,476 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on edges, and in poor condition (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jun 2019 45,476 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on edges, and in poor condition (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 36,258 miles

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

Offside Front brake pads getting low

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 16 Jan 2017 27,645 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 22,101 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 13,592 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

small cut in sidewall o/s/r tyre

small cut in tread o/s/r tyre

Pass 20 Feb 2014 9,077 miles

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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AP61 AXZ is a 2012 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 AP61 AXZ, 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 AP61 AXZ registered?

AP61 AXZ is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 February 2012.

Is AP61 AXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP61 AXZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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