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DS61 TXU

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,349 mi
Last recorded112,349 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 TXU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2025 112,349 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 106,229 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 100,114 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 98,705 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 90,954 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 83,719 miles

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

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

condensation n/s headlight

rear indicators fading slightly white

Pass 23 Dec 2019 76,775 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 68,390 miles

rear tyres getting slightly low and slightly perishing

Pass 19 Dec 2017 58,533 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 49,862 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 39,209 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 29,780 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
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DS61 TXU is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DS61 TXU, 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 DS61 TXU registered?

DS61 TXU is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is DS61 TXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 TXU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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