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CP62 GAU

2012 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,162 mi
Last recorded103,162 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP62 GAU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 103,162 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 93,126 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 85,784 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 77,657 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 77,654 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 69,997 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 65,179 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 65,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 57,137 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 48,469 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 39,099 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 39,099 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 28,986 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 20,104 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 17,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre getting low 3mm

Pass 17 Oct 2014 17,373 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre getting low 3mm

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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CP62 GAU is a 2012 Ford Focus in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CP62 GAU, 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 CP62 GAU registered?

CP62 GAU is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 December 2012.

Is CP62 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP62 GAU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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