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AY61 DWZ

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

146,516 mi
Last recorded146,516 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY61 DWZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 146,516 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 143,737 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 141,211 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 134,969 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 126,316 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 117,936 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 110,135 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 108,785 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 108,775 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wipers smeary

Pass 15 Jan 2018 97,379 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2017 84,747 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 72,922 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 58,839 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AY61 DWZ is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AY61 DWZ, 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 AY61 DWZ registered?

AY61 DWZ is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 February 2012.

Is AY61 DWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY61 DWZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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