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DA12 NJV

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,139 mi
Last recorded91,139 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 NJV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 91,139 miles

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

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

corrosion/pitting on front brake discs inner surfaces

cracking on offside front tyre tread

Pass 4 Dec 2024 88,851 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 88,851 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 85,746 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 85,746 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 82,176 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 77,240 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 72,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 72,484 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 67,169 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 67,162 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 55,067 miles

Front lower arm bushes starting to deteriorate

Front wheel bearings seem rough, could be gearbox related

Fail 12 Nov 2018 55,067 miles

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

Front lower arm bushes starting to deteriorate

Front wheel bearings seem rough, could be gearbox related

Pass 20 Nov 2017 44,861 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 36,880 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Pass 23 Nov 2015 31,291 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 26,333 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 26,333 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DA12 NJV is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DA12 NJV, 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 DA12 NJV registered?

DA12 NJV is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 June 2012.

Is DA12 NJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA12 NJV shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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