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EF61 YLV

2012 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

85,033 mi
Last recorded85,033 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 YLV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 85,033 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Under tray fitted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 76,834 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 71,312 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 63,868 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 58,449 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 58,449 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 55,071 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 52,431 miles

under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components..

Pass 14 Jan 2019 46,109 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.

Pass 6 Feb 2018 39,716 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 39,716 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2017 39,121 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 39,120 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 33,962 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 29,258 miles

inner faces of front brake discs slightly pitted

rear tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

Pass 10 Dec 2014 23,664 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 YLV is a 2012 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YLV, 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 YLV?

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What year was EF61 YLV registered?

EF61 YLV is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 January 2012.

Is EF61 YLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 YLV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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