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DS61 TZN

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

114,118 mi
Last recorded114,118 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 TZN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2022 114,118 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2022 114,118 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyres over ten years old 12/38

Pass 15 Oct 2021 103,083 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 103,021 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 93,290 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2020 93,290 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 87,756 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 82,905 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 19 May 2018 82,897 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 May 2017 78,214 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2016 72,413 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 61,978 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 49,049 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

surface rust to exhaust system

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 TZN is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TZN, 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 TZN registered?

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

Is DS61 TZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 TZN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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