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CV12 HJZ

2012 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,001 mi
Last recorded47,001 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 HJZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 47,001 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 45,511 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 38,860 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 14 Mar 2024 38,860 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 22 Mar 2023 34,533 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 22 Mar 2023 34,533 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Mar 2022 31,423 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 28,396 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 24,900 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 24,900 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 21,327 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 18,941 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 16,648 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 14,239 miles

Nearside Rear small cut in tyre not exposing any cords

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 11,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2015 10,288 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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CV12 HJZ is a 2012 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 CV12 HJZ, 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 CV12 HJZ registered?

CV12 HJZ is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is CV12 HJZ safe to buy?

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