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OU62 ECF

2012 Ford Taurus

White Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,477 mi
Last recorded163,477 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU62 ECF
MakeFord
ModelTaurus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 163,477 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 163,289 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 163,273 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

How Reliable is the Ford Taurus?

Based on 970 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
Direction indicator incorrect colour 38
position lamp(s) not working 31
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
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OU62 ECF is a 2012 Ford Taurus in White with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Ford Taurus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU62 ECF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Taurus typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Ford Taurus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was OU62 ECF registered?

OU62 ECF is a 2012 Ford Taurus, first registered on 26 May 2012.

Is OU62 ECF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU62 ECF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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