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CP12 TEJ

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,546 mi
Last recorded108,546 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP12 TEJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 108,546 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 99,464 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 99,464 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 94,941 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 84,677 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 73,736 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 66,297 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 61,667 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 61,667 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2019 58,192 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2018 50,988 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2018 50,988 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 39,507 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 32,156 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 May 2015 23,296 miles

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

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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CP12 TEJ is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black 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 CP12 TEJ, 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 CP12 TEJ registered?

CP12 TEJ is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 July 2012.

Is CP12 TEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP12 TEJ 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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