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AX61 ACV

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

146,304 mi
Last recorded146,304 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX61 ACV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 146,304 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2020 146,304 miles

Fuel system component leaking engine bay (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 142,016 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 142,016 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2018 131,515 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 131,515 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 118,487 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 115,222 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2015 115,222 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 102,684 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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AX61 ACV is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AX61 ACV, 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 AX61 ACV registered?

AX61 ACV is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 February 2012.

Is AX61 ACV safe to buy?

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