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2012 Ford Focus 2.0L Petrol · AL10 BAT

AL10 BAT

2012 Ford Focus (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 65,413 miles. MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2012 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 22 Apr 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
Recorded Mileage
65,413 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 22 Apr 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jul 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2012
Engine
1999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents an exceptionally clean MOT history, with the most recent test on 3 April 2025 at 65,279 miles resulting in a clear pass with no defects recorded. This trend of clean passes extends back to 2021, indicating a high standard of preventative maintenance and consistent mechanical health. The absence of any advisories over the last five years suggests that the vehicle has been kept in a roadworthy condition without recurring issues or ignored faults. At 65,279 miles over a fourteen-year lifespan, the vehicle averages approximately 4,663 miles per annum, which is significantly lower than the national average. The mileage accumulation has remained steady and predictable throughout the provided history, with an increase of roughly 13,000 miles between April 2021 and April 2025. There are no concerning gaps in the testing schedule, which confirms that the car has been used regularly rather than left to stand for extended periods, a factor that often leads to seized calipers or perished rubber components. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on components that typically suffer from age-related degradation rather than high-mileage wear. While the MOT history is spotless, you must check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these rubber and metal parts can deteriorate due to age regardless of low mileage. Examine the underside for any signs of surface corrosion on the subframes and fuel lines, and verify that the brake discs show no signs of pitting or uneven wear from infrequent use. Given the clean record, the primary concern remains the condition of consumables that do not always trigger an MOT failure until they are severely compromised.
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AL10 BAT Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/04/2026
  • 65,413 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

AL10 BAT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Sept 2026, 22:59
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Ford Focus (AL10 BAT) between March 2022 and April 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

AL10 BAT Mileage History

  1. 31/03/202256,113 mi
  2. 06/04/202363,615 mi+7,502 mi
  3. 05/04/202464,116 mi+501 mi
  4. 03/04/202565,279 mi+1,163 mi
  5. 24/04/202665,413 mi+134 mi

Average of roughly 2,288 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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