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EK12 YHF

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,746 mi
Last recorded92,746 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 YHF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 92,746 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Nov 2025 92,746 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front wipers split. (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 85,761 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front [inner c/v boots] (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone [rear bushes] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 78,192 miles

Nearside Front Inner Driveshaft inner gaiter slight leak of grease.

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 69,806 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 62,077 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly pitted on inner face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Nov 2021 62,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly pitted on inner face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 57,116 miles

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

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

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 53,699 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2019 53,699 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 47,321 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 42,413 miles

Front both front tyre's starting to wear on inner edges

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 34,694 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 29,881 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 20,846 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 YHF is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YHF, 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 YHF registered?

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

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