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EF12 HCL

2012 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,269 mi
Last recorded116,269 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 HCL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 116,269 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 116,262 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 99,482 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 89,610 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 71,637 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 57,525 miles

offside rear tyre has cuts on the side wall

Pass 29 May 2015 45,939 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 45,938 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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 HCL is a 2012 Ford Focus in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HCL, 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 EF12 HCL registered?

EF12 HCL is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 July 2012.

Is EF12 HCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF12 HCL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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