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AO62 FPG

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

163,963 mi
Last recorded163,963 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 FPG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 163,963 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 162,765 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases hole in top of silencer box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 149,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 137,117 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust becoming corroded and slight blow

Pass 24 Sep 2022 123,955 miles

tail exhaust silencer becoming corroded

Fail 24 Sep 2022 123,955 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

tail exhaust silencer becoming corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2021 113,605 miles

Nearside Front Inner worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Oct 2020 102,488 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 90,888 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 79,640 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 67,345 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on edges close to limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 55,591 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides 2.5-3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 44,058 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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AO62 FPG is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 66,103 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO62 FPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 14 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO62 FPG registered?

AO62 FPG is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is AO62 FPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO62 FPG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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