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EF61 HJX

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,334 mi
Last recorded87,334 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 HJX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 87,334 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 84,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 76,466 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 70,199 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators slightly pale (4.4.3 (a))

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2021 66,226 miles

muddle exhaust heat shield slightly loose but still secure

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2020 62,452 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 58,693 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 53,901 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 47,135 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s front (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s & o/s front (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s front (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 44,254 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s front (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s & o/s front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 39,284 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 35,113 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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EF61 HJX is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EF61 HJX, 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 EF61 HJX registered?

EF61 HJX is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 January 2012.

Is EF61 HJX safe to buy?

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