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EK12 OZT

2012 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

60,744 mi
Last recorded60,744 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 OZT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 60,744 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear brakes have a squeal when spun up

Pass 21 Jan 2025 58,794 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 58,794 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 57,553 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 57,553 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner tread cracked exposing cord 2155516 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2023 55,675 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 54,523 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips to screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 52,443 miles

both front tyres getting close to wear bars

both rear brake discs very scored and corroded rear brake pads approx 3/4 worn

Fail 28 Jan 2021 52,443 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front (4.1.2 (a))

both front tyres getting close to wear bars

both rear brake discs very scored and corroded rear brake pads approx 3/4 worn

Pass 24 Jan 2020 50,947 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 48,040 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 45,123 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 45,123 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 40,790 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Jan 2017 40,790 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 34,663 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 34,663 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front (1.8)

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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EK12 OZT is a 2012 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EK12 OZT, 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 EK12 OZT?

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What year was EK12 OZT registered?

EK12 OZT is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is EK12 OZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK12 OZT shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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