CarVerify

Free Car Check

DA12 XGY

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

110,352 mi
Last recorded110,352 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 XGY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 110,352 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge and pressure (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Various other suspension components corroded

Fail 19 Jun 2026 110,349 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge and pressure (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Various other suspension components corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2025 105,397 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 105,397 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 101,376 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Coolant leak thermostat housing area

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 94,985 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 91,722 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 86,352 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 84,003 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Heat shield by fuel tank loose

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 81,262 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Mar 2020 81,262 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 73,463 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 67,358 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 59,716 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 51,435 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 44,952 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
Full Ford Focus reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DA12 XGY is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel 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 DA12 XGY, 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 DA12 XGY?

You can check the full history of DA12 XGY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DA12 XGY registered?

DA12 XGY is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 August 2012.

Is DA12 XGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA12 XGY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DA12 XGY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DA12 XGY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.