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DN53 TDS

2012 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests31 (25 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate80.6%

Mileage

96,489 mi
Last recorded96,489 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 TDS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

25 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 96,489 miles

Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general corrosion under the vehicle

Pass 1 May 2025 84,710 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 93,549 miles

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2024 65,313 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2024 82,096 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2024 82,096 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 May 2023 61,897 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))

Fail 2 May 2023 61,845 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 70,566 miles

Rear tyres worn to approx 2.5mm

Pass 14 May 2022 59,444 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 60,830 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2022 60,826 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 15 May 2021 56,877 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2021 51,858 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2020 53,812 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 44,235 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 42,711 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 50,441 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 40,155 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 47,123 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 47,099 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 35,767 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 35,762 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken jagged edge close to tyre (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2017 43,449 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2016 30,007 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 40,501 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 23,518 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 36,737 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2014 33,173 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2013 28,866 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 28,866 miles

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

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

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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DN53 TDS is a 2012 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.6%.

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 DN53 TDS, 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 DN53 TDS registered?

DN53 TDS is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 July 2012.

Is DN53 TDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN53 TDS shows 31 tests with a 80.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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