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EK12 XSF

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,976 mi
Last recorded119,976 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 XSF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 119,976 miles

offside rear tyre nail

Pass 6 May 2025 109,993 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2024 98,648 miles
Fail 25 May 2024 98,648 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2023 80,383 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 75,021 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 70,254 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has numerous cut's in sidewall but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has numerous cut's in sidewall but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has numerous cut's in sidewall but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 65,743 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 60,361 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 53,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edges worn and slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear slight cracking in tread of tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edges of tyre worn and slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear slight cracking in tyre tread

Pass 30 May 2017 44,423 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 35,941 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 35,937 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 13 May 2015 26,092 miles

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

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 XSF is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel 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 EK12 XSF, 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 XSF registered?

EK12 XSF is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is EK12 XSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK12 XSF 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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