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RJ12 XEC

2012 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Brown Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 143,855 miles on the clock, averaging 10,118 miles per year, above 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 RJ12 XEC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
143,855
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2015
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
10,118

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading143,855 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,118
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ12 XEC 38k64k91k117k144k '15'25'21

Check RJ12 XEC

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,855 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,855 miles
Since last MOT+6,157 miles
PASS
Mileage137,698 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,698 miles
Since last MOT+5,879 miles
PASS
Mileage131,819 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,819 miles
Since last MOT+7,794 miles
PASS
Mileage124,025 miles
Since last MOT+6,698 miles
PASS
Mileage117,327 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,327 miles
Since last MOT+6,099 miles
PASS
Mileage111,228 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,228 miles
Since last MOT+12,094 miles
PASS
Mileage99,134 miles
Since last MOT+19,865 miles
PASS
Mileage79,269 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,269 miles
Since last MOT+13,890 miles
PASS
Mileage65,379 miles
Since last MOT+13,465 miles
PASS
Mileage51,914 miles
Since last MOT+14,048 miles
PASS
Mileage37,866 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

RegistrationRJ12 XEC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About RJ12 XEC

What car is RJ12 XEC?

RJ12 XEC is an brown Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.

What is the mileage of RJ12 XEC?

The last recorded mileage for RJ12 XEC was 143,855 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ12 XEC passed its MOT?

RJ12 XEC has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2025.

Is RJ12 XEC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ12 XEC 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 RJ12 XEC?

RJ12 XEC is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.