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EO12 LBN

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 83,544 miles on the clock, averaging 5,585 miles per year, below 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 LBN

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,544
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2014
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
5,585

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading83,544 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,585
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO12 LBN 22k37k53k68k84k '14'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,544 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,543 miles
PASS
Mileage160,523 miles
Since last MOT+4,762 miles
PASS
Mileage155,761 miles
Since last MOT+1,819 miles
PASS
Mileage153,942 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,939 miles
Since last MOT+18,608 miles
PASS
Mileage135,331 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,329 miles
Since last MOT+36,482 miles
PASS
Mileage98,847 miles
Since last MOT+499 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,348 miles
Since last MOT+21,132 miles
PASS
Mileage77,216 miles
Since last MOT+22,513 miles
PASS
Mileage54,703 miles
Since last MOT+6,295 miles
PASS
Mileage48,408 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,408 miles
Since last MOT+12,196 miles
PASS
Mileage36,212 miles
Since last MOT+14,479 miles
PASS
Mileage21,733 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 LBN
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 LBN

What car is EO12 LBN?

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

What is the mileage of EO12 LBN?

The last recorded mileage for EO12 LBN was 83,544 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO12 LBN passed its MOT?

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

Is EO12 LBN ULEZ compliant?

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

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