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EF12 CXP

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

98,546 mi
Last recorded98,546 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 CXP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 98,546 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner of rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush slightly split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

exhaust fuel tank heat shield slightly loose

front brake pads visually wearing slightly low

Pass 15 May 2025 93,568 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 88,478 miles

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

rear exhaust heat sheild loose

Pass 30 May 2023 83,114 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear exhaust heat shield slightly loose.

Fail 30 May 2023 83,114 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust heat shield slightly loose.

Pass 26 May 2022 77,420 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 26 May 2022 77,420 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 1 Jun 2021 72,413 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2021 72,413 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 68,600 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2018 58,472 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 50,666 miles

engine covers fitted

plastic trim fitted to both sills

under-trays fitted

Pass 27 May 2016 42,432 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 42,364 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 30,176 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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EF12 CXP is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EF12 CXP, 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.

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What year was EF12 CXP registered?

EF12 CXP is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is EF12 CXP safe to buy?

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