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CE12 FBC

2012 Ford Focus

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,921 mi
Last recorded95,921 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE12 FBC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 95,921 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 92,536 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2025 92,536 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 88,543 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 88,543 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2023 83,300 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 76,510 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 68,545 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 68,545 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 61,746 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 56,197 miles

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

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))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 50,489 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt fitted at rear ()

undertrays fitted at front not allowing inspection above

Pass 30 Mar 2017 44,018 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt child seat fitted ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt child seat fitted ()

undertrays fitted to front and sides

Pass 22 Mar 2016 35,827 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 28,933 miles

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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CE12 FBC is a 2012 Ford Focus in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CE12 FBC, 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 CE12 FBC registered?

CE12 FBC is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 2 April 2012.

Is CE12 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE12 FBC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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