‹ Ford Focus2012 Ford Focus: MOT pass rate and common faults
64,192 first MOTs in 2025 · DVSA data · For guidance only · How we count
61.7%passed first time
Share of first MOT tests passed with no repairs. Repairs made at the test centre count as a fail.
- 2012 Ford Focus61.7%
- All 2012 cars63.5%
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Its own MOT history, free.
Most common failure areas
Share of the 24,613 failed first MOTs with a fault in each area. A test can count in more than one area, so these add up to more than 100%.
- Lights and electrics50.2%
- Suspension37.2%
- Tyres20.4%
- Brakes16.6%
- Body, chassis, structure12.7%
- Windscreen, wipers, mirrors11.5%
- Noise, emissions, leaks10.9%
- Steering3.2%
- Wheels1.7%
- Seat belts and airbags1.1%
- Number plates and VIN1.1%
Typical mileage at test97,200
Median odometer reading at the 2025 MOT, in miles.
What MOT data can't tell you about any 2012 Ford Focus
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.