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EF61 YKU

2012 Ford Focus

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,901 mi
Last recorded92,901 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 YKU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 92,901 miles

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

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

centre exhaust heatshield insecure /damaged

condensation nearside headlight lens

Pass 20 Jan 2025 77,485 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 61,469 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 40,795 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2023 40,791 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 23,251 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 23,251 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 21,816 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 20,546 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 19,147 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under tray damaged

Pass 23 Jan 2018 17,737 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 16,005 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 13,975 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 11,590 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 YKU is a 2012 Ford Focus in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EF61 YKU, 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 YKU?

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What year was EF61 YKU registered?

EF61 YKU is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 January 2012.

Is EF61 YKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 YKU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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