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DY12 SOE

2012 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,390 mi
Last recorded131,390 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 SOE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2024 131,390 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 130,598 miles

Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2022 125,142 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 121,620 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 120,157 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 116,242 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 116,242 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 107,857 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 95,105 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all front (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 79,708 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 68,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DY12 SOE is a 2012 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DY12 SOE, 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 DY12 SOE registered?

DY12 SOE is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is DY12 SOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY12 SOE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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