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B5 JGE

2012 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,694 mi
Last recorded102,694 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 JGE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 102,694 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 96,307 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2024 86,467 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 75,611 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 64,872 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 60,604 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

both rear brake backing plates corroded

Fail 17 Aug 2021 60,604 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

both rear brake backing plates corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2020 55,553 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Aug 2020 55,553 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 12 Aug 2019 52,891 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 49,681 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 48,134 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 46,581 miles

Nearside Rear x2 nails in tyre

brake pads worn all round

Pass 14 Aug 2015 39,181 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 39,181 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres stepping on in side

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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B5 JGE is a 2012 Ford Focus in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B5 JGE, 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 B5 JGE registered?

B5 JGE is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is B5 JGE safe to buy?

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