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EN61 YAX

2012 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2012 Ford Focus Diesel 1997cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 132,689 miles on the clock, averaging 8,741 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking. Common Ford Focus issues include door latch failure and squeaky door seals / a-pillar noise.

MOT & Mileage History for EN61 YAX

MOT Status
Due date passed
132,689
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2015
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,741

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading132,689 miles
Reading date
Miles last year37
Average per year8,741
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN61 YAX 34k58k83k108k133k '15'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage132,689 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,652 miles
Since last MOT+6,391 miles
PASS
Mileage126,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,261 miles
Since last MOT+6,341 miles
PASS
Mileage119,920 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,906 miles
Since last MOT+9,677 miles
PASS
Mileage110,229 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,229 miles
Since last MOT+15,485 miles
PASS
Mileage94,744 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,744 miles
Since last MOT+9,287 miles
PASS
Mileage85,457 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,450 miles
Since last MOT+12,137 miles
PASS
Mileage73,313 miles
Since last MOT+13,975 miles
PASS
Mileage59,338 miles
Since last MOT+10,076 miles
PASS
Mileage49,262 miles
Since last MOT+8,680 miles
PASS
Mileage40,582 miles
Since last MOT+7,015 miles
PASS
Mileage33,567 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2011–2018), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Door Latch Failure

Pawl spring tab fractures, causing doors to unlatch unexpectedly while driving. · Typical repair: Free if under DVSA recall R/2015/173 (or Ford 15S26); otherwise £200-£400 per door at indie garage.

Squeaky Door Seals / A-Pillar Noise

Seals loosen or degrade, allowing wind noise and vibration. · Typical repair: £50-£150 (new seals + labour).

Excessive Battery Discharge / BCM Water Ingress

Washer fluid leaks down wires into BCM, causing drain and fault codes. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (clean BCM + new pump if needed).

Powershift Gearbox Jerking/Shuddering (Auto Variants Only)

Clutch wear or sensor failure causes harsh shifts. · Typical repair: £400-£1,500 (sensor/clutch pack).

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging

EGR valve blocking/sticking

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN61 YAX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About EN61 YAX

What car is EN61 YAX?

EN61 YAX is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EN61 YAX?

The last recorded mileage for EN61 YAX was 132,689 miles, recorded on 21 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN61 YAX passed its MOT?

EN61 YAX has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 21 May 2026.

Is EN61 YAX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN61 YAX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EN61 YAX?

EN61 YAX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.