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CP61 ACE

2012 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

153,639 mi
Last recorded153,639 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP61 ACE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 153,639 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 150,608 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 147,659 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 143,991 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2020 127,521 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2020 127,521 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 103,048 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Sep 2018 77,670 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 52,999 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 48,797 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 33,808 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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CP61 ACE is a 2012 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CP61 ACE, 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

How do I check the history of CP61 ACE?

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What year was CP61 ACE registered?

CP61 ACE is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is CP61 ACE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP61 ACE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CP61 ACE have outstanding finance?

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