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CP12 GVN

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

215,932 mi
Last recorded215,932 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP12 GVN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 215,932 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2023 215,930 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 195,929 miles

Brake master reservoir level low.

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 177,295 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2020 164,607 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2020 164,603 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 151,459 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 151,423 miles

Emissions not tested engine oil dip stick reads over full, damage to engine may result (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative suspension link broken (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 137,890 miles

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

Rear Exhaust heat shielding loose over silencer - currently not likely to come loose from vehicle

Pass 6 Jul 2017 126,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & worn unevenly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm & worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm & worn unevenly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm & worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Jul 2017 126,018 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & worn unevenly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm & worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm & worn unevenly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm & worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 107,785 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 82,596 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 May 2015 81,898 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear tyre wearing down uneven

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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CP12 GVN is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 CP12 GVN, 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 CP12 GVN registered?

CP12 GVN is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is CP12 GVN safe to buy?

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