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DA61 WLJ

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

167,159 mi
Last recorded167,159 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2020
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA61 WLJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2020 167,159 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 151,330 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 142,109 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 130,109 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 121,322 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 106,369 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 140,655 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 119,144 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/r HandBrake cable casing split

Fail 23 Jan 2015 119,144 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r HandBrake cable casing split

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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DA61 WLJ is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DA61 WLJ, 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 DA61 WLJ registered?

DA61 WLJ is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is DA61 WLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA61 WLJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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