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EF12 PXY

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,268 mi
Last recorded85,268 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 PXY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 85,268 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 82,014 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2025 81,967 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 80,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

oil overfilled

Pass 29 Nov 2022 78,256 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 74,693 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 68,912 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 60,979 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 47,338 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 38,081 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 24,486 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 12,509 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 PXY is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EF12 PXY, 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 PXY registered?

EF12 PXY is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 June 2012.

Is EF12 PXY safe to buy?

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