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EO12 ETF

2012 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Brown Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourBrown
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 114,173 miles on the clock, averaging 7,917 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 EO12 ETF

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
114,173
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,917

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading114,173 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,248
Average per year7,917
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO12 ETF 25k47k70k92k114k '15'26'21

Check EO12 ETF

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,173 miles
Since last MOT+10,248 miles
PASS
Mileage103,925 miles
Since last MOT+16,700 miles
PASS
Mileage87,225 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,223 miles
Since last MOT+18,061 miles
PASS
Mileage69,162 miles
Since last MOT+3,130 miles
PASS
Mileage66,032 miles
Since last MOT+4,804 miles
PASS
Mileage61,228 miles
Since last MOT+2,756 miles
PASS
Mileage58,472 miles
Since last MOT+5,597 miles
PASS
Mileage52,875 miles
Since last MOT+6,646 miles
PASS
Mileage46,229 miles
Since last MOT+7,094 miles
PASS
Mileage39,135 miles
Since last MOT+6,992 miles
PASS
Mileage32,143 miles
Since last MOT+7,195 miles
PASS
Mileage24,948 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

RegistrationEO12 ETF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About EO12 ETF

What car is EO12 ETF?

EO12 ETF is an brown Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EO12 ETF?

The last recorded mileage for EO12 ETF was 114,173 miles, recorded on 21 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO12 ETF passed its MOT?

EO12 ETF has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 May 2026.

Is EO12 ETF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO12 ETF 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 EO12 ETF?

EO12 ETF is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.