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BD61 NPA

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

150,273 mi
Last recorded150,273 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD61 NPA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 150,273 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 132,441 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 117,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 111,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on limit 215/55/16y (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 102,746 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 87,842 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2021 87,842 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

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

unable to see rear brake condition

Pass 3 Mar 2020 81,297 miles

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

unable to see rear brake condition

Pass 11 Feb 2019 73,829 miles

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

unable too see back brakes

Pass 7 Mar 2018 67,724 miles

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

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

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

unable too see rear brakes

Pass 2 Feb 2017 61,722 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 57,709 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 56,623 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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BD61 NPA is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BD61 NPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD61 NPA registered?

BD61 NPA is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 February 2012.

Is BD61 NPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD61 NPA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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