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DK12 VFC

2012 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

105,608 mi
Last recorded105,608 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 VFC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 105,608 miles

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertray fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2024 94,784 miles

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear subframe and both side rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 92,178 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 76,666 miles

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

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

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

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driver shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 66,205 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2022 66,205 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shield slightly loose

Pass 13 Jan 2021 57,856 miles

Central heat shield insecure

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.68m (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 51,266 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 44,409 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 43,762 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 42,808 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 33,881 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 33,881 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 31,105 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 23,695 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

verry slight damage to front windscreen

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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DK12 VFC is a 2012 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 DK12 VFC, 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 DK12 VFC registered?

DK12 VFC is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 June 2012.

Is DK12 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK12 VFC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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