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CH12 SAR

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,679 mi
Last recorded105,679 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCH12 SAR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 105,679 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 94,895 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 94,895 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 92,624 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 81,881 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Heat shield loose

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 72,496 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front tyre edge wearing out

heat shield loose (middle)

Pass 27 Nov 2020 63,271 miles

N/S/F TYRE WORN ON INNER SHOULDER

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 57,705 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 57,705 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 49,149 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 49,149 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 43,452 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 37,419 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 37,419 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre x2 ()

Pass 22 Jun 2015 29,240 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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CH12 SAR is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 CH12 SAR, 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 CH12 SAR registered?

CH12 SAR is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is CH12 SAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CH12 SAR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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