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DE12 ZFD

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

124,823 mi
Last recorded124,823 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 ZFD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 124,823 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 113,647 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all in general (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened dead axle and coil retainers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 104,159 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened subframe , coil retainers, and suspension components in general (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 93,926 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 83,787 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 73,512 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 63,704 miles

plastic trims obscuring underside of vehicle & outer sills

Pass 12 Jun 2019 55,498 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 55,491 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2018 49,201 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 49,201 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 44,100 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 38,939 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 34,597 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 33,302 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Apr 2015 33,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DE12 ZFD is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 999cc 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 DE12 ZFD, 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 DE12 ZFD registered?

DE12 ZFD is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is DE12 ZFD safe to buy?

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