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Ford Focus

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,596 cc

LT12 RTZMOT history

LT12 RTZ is a red petrol Ford Focus first used on 23 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 103,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

LT12 RTZ red Ford Focus – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
103,920 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 RTZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Focus
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 RTZ was last recorded at 103,920 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 515 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,405 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
515 miles
Average per year
7,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,920 miles
  • 2025 – 93,647 miles
  • 2024 – 78,613 miles
  • 2023 – 64,490 miles
  • 2022 – 60,395 miles
  • 2021 – 57,073 miles
  • 2020 – 53,416 miles
  • 2019 – 48,383 miles
  • 2018 – 42,808 miles
  • 2017 – 36,343 miles
  • 2016 – 27,418 miles
  • 2015 – 19,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,920 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Misty (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,920 miles (+515)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    103,920 miles
    Test number
    889129797927
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Misty (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Fail103,405 miles (+9,758)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,405 miles
    Test number
    538737495153
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Misty (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass93,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    93,647 miles
    Test number
    141160680665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail93,636 miles (+15,023)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,636 miles
    Test number
    882880167082
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass78,613 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,613 miles
    Test number
    805838564076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  6. Fail78,612 miles (+14,122)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,612 miles
    Test number
    129854952441
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  7. Pass64,490 miles (+4,095)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    64,490 miles
    Test number
    426818239281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,395 miles (+3,322)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,395 miles
    Test number
    167814839074
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass57,073 miles (+3,657)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,073 miles
    Test number
    139314323599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,416 miles (+5,033)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    53,416 miles
    Test number
    452534478596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,383 miles (+5,575)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    48,383 miles
    Test number
    315914516706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,808 miles (+6,465)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,808 miles
    Test number
    584112265886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,343 miles (+8,925)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,343 miles
    Test number
    828246871509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,418 miles (+7,809)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    27,418 miles
    Test number
    682264608024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    19,609 miles
    Test number
    805903785092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT12 RTZ

Does LT12 RTZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 RTZ is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 RTZ?
The MOT on LT12 RTZ is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 RTZ done?
LT12 RTZ was recorded at 103,920 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 7,753 miles a year.
Has LT12 RTZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 RTZ has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LT12 RTZ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LT12 RTZ find?
LT12 RTZ passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misty.

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