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2012 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · CB12 AME

CB12 AME

2012 Ford Focus (1.6L, diesel). First registered 24 Dec 2012. Recorded mileage 170,042 miles. MOT expired on 30 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2012 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 30 Oct 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
170,042 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 30 Oct 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1560cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This 2012 Ford Focus presents an exceptionally clean maintenance trend anchored by a straight pass on 23 October 2025 at 170,042 miles, which sits less than ten months prior to the present date. The official record shows five consecutive flawless test certificates dating back to October 2021 without a single failure or advisory notice recorded by the examiners. Such a sequence indicates that previous keepers maintained the vehicle to a high standard, addressing wear items proactively before test day rather than letting minor defects accumulate. High annual usage defines the vehicle history, accumulating roughly 12,146 miles per year over its fourteen-year lifespan without any extended periods of inactivity or suspicious mileage gaps. The test odometer progression reveals steady, consistent accumulation year on year, which generally subjects mechanical ancillaries to continuous thermal cycles rather than the degradation associated with standing idle. High mileage of this nature means the chassis and drivetrain have worked hard, yet the spotless test sheets confirm the underlying mechanical health remained robust throughout this heavy operational use. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on high-wear drivetrain and suspension components that naturally fatigue at 170,000 miles, despite the lack of formal test advisories. You must check the condition of the clutch assembly, dual-mass flywheel, and suspension bushes for play or excessive vibration during a test drive, as these items endure heavy stress over long distances. While the MOT history demonstrates that basic upkeep was never neglected, a thorough ramp inspection remains essential to verify the structural integrity of the subframes and brake lines against age-related corrosion.
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CB12 AME Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
  • 170,042 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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

CB12 AME MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 07:15
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Ford Focus (CB12 AME) between October 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are 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

CB12 AME Mileage History

  1. 24/10/2022164,903 mi
  2. 11/10/2023165,877 mi+974 mi
  3. 02/10/2024167,107 mi+1,230 mi
  4. 23/10/2025170,042 mi+2,935 mi

Average of roughly 1,714 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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