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EK12 VPP

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

108,250 mi
Last recorded108,250 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 VPP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 108,250 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 103,821 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 94,766 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 84,957 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2022 84,957 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 76,596 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 18 Nov 2021 76,596 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 23 Nov 2020 67,631 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Fail 23 Nov 2020 67,631 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Pass 17 Jul 2019 56,841 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 46,338 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 10 Aug 2017 34,784 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

brake fluid level on minimum

Pass 22 Aug 2016 26,768 miles

Nearside Front tyre on 2mm.

brake pads wearing low.

items removed from windscreen prior to test.

Pass 10 Aug 2015 18,015 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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 VPP is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EK12 VPP, 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 EK12 VPP registered?

EK12 VPP is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 August 2012.

Is EK12 VPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK12 VPP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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