2012 Ford Focus 1.6L Diesel · FM12 JDX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following its most recent MOT pass on 20 April 2026 at 118,507 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. In both 2025 and 2026, the car failed its initial test only to pass a matter of days later, suggesting that the owner addresses specific defects only when prompted by a tester rather than through a proactive maintenance schedule. At 118,507 miles over 14 years, the Focus averages approximately 8,465 miles per annum. This usage profile aligns with typical national averages for a family vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent mileage accumulation, with roughly 3,400 miles covered between the April 2024 and April 2025 tests, and another 4,400 miles recorded between 2025 and 2026. This regular use generally helps prevent the seal degradation and corrosion often associated with long periods of inactivity. While the most recent test recorded no defects, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the components most prone to wear on this model. Focus on the suspension geometry, specifically the front arm bushes and coil springs, as these often show fatigue at this mileage bracket. Given the vehicle's age, check the brake discs for heavy corrosion and the calipers for signs of binding. You should also inspect the structural integrity of the sills and rear wheel arches to ensure that surface rust has not compromised the frame despite the clean MOT history.