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DS61 TYX

2012 Ford Focus

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,150 mi
Last recorded102,150 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 TYX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 102,150 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 98,560 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 98,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 96,349 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 93,275 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 91,341 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 88,296 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 86,018 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 82,389 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 79,080 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 79,080 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 72,809 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 65,935 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 57,824 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 TYX is a 2012 Ford Focus in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DS61 TYX, 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

How do I check the history of DS61 TYX?

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What year was DS61 TYX registered?

DS61 TYX is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is DS61 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 TYX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS61 TYX have outstanding finance?

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