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EF61 WBY

2012 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,681 mi
Last recorded95,681 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 WBY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 95,681 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 89,078 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2024 83,681 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 83,681 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 78,555 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 73,696 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 68,972 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 65,293 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 58,050 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 52,072 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 44,166 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 33,116 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 28,331 miles

Front discs have a slight lip

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 WBY is a 2012 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 WBY, 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

How do I check the history of EF61 WBY?

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What year was EF61 WBY registered?

EF61 WBY is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 January 2012.

Is EF61 WBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 WBY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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