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EK12 WPZ

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

152,802 mi
Last recorded152,802 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 WPZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 152,802 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2025 152,755 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 145,359 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 137,638 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 137,638 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 119,903 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 119,901 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2021 106,370 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 95,721 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2019 81,006 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 67,934 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 57,475 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 43,961 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 33,020 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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EK12 WPZ is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc 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 WPZ, 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 WPZ registered?

EK12 WPZ is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is EK12 WPZ safe to buy?

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