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EO12 HHU

2012 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlue
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 1560cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 116,087 miles on the clock, averaging 7,821 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve. Common Ford Focus issues include door latch failure and squeaky door seals / a-pillar noise.

MOT & Mileage History for EO12 HHU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
116,087
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,821

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 reading116,087 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,821
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO12 HHU 33k54k74k95k116k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,087 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,087 miles
Since last MOT+5,753 miles
PASS
Mileage110,334 miles
Since last MOT+10,035 miles
PASS
Mileage100,299 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,277 miles
Since last MOT+9,892 miles
PASS
Mileage90,385 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,385 miles
Since last MOT+10,738 miles
PASS
Mileage79,647 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,612 miles
Since last MOT+6,851 miles
PASS
Mileage72,761 miles
Since last MOT+11,939 miles
PASS
Mileage60,822 miles
Since last MOT+4,816 miles
PASS
Mileage56,006 miles
Since last MOT+4,214 miles
PASS
Mileage51,792 miles
Since last MOT+1,212 miles
PASS
Mileage50,580 miles
Since last MOT+7,523 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,057 miles
Since last MOT+10,295 miles
PASS
Mileage32,762 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).

Turbocharger (Garrett GT15 variable geometry turbo) – oil feed pipe sludge build-up leading to starvation and failure

EGR valve (exhaust gas recirculation valve and actuator)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO12 HHU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About EO12 HHU

What car is EO12 HHU?

EO12 HHU is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.

What is the mileage of EO12 HHU?

The last recorded mileage for EO12 HHU was 116,087 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO12 HHU passed its MOT?

EO12 HHU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2025.

Is EO12 HHU ULEZ compliant?

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

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