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2012 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · SA12 YJF

SA12 YJF

2012 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28/04/2012. Recorded mileage 123,559 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin
2012 · Glasgow
MOT Status
Valid until 06/07/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
123,559 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 06/07/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1596cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on July 8 2025 at 123,559 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently met testing standards following initial failures in previous years. While the record shows failures in both 2024 and 2025, the immediate passes on those same days indicate that the owner is willing to rectify any defects flagged by the tester to maintain compliance. At 123,559 miles over fourteen years, this Ford Focus averages approximately 8,800 miles per year. This aligns closely with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The data shows a consistent mileage accumulation with roughly 11,500 miles covered between May 2023 and May 2024, and another 17,854 miles between May 2024 and July 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for the health of seals and mechanical components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-wear areas that typically fail on this model at high mileage. Given the mileage, the suspension should be checked for perished control arm bushes and worn coil springs. Although the MOT history does not list specific structural advisories, a thorough inspection of the underside for corrosion on sills and wheel arches is necessary to ensure no hidden rust has developed between tests.

SA12 YJF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2025
  • 123,559 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
25
/ 100 · Poor
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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SA12 YJF Mileage History

  1. 26/05/202394,214 mi
  2. 31/05/2024105,705 mi+11,491 mi
  3. 31/05/2024105,705 mi
  4. 08/07/2025123,559 mi+17,854 mi
  5. 08/07/2025123,559 mi

Average of roughly 13,845 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SA12 YJF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 08:06
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Ford Focus (SA12 YJF) between May 2023 and July 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 08 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front outer (6.1”; “Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”.

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