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BD62 FGU

2012 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,380 mi
Last recorded95,380 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD62 FGU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 95,380 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 90,995 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 86,503 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 80,255 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/50x17 on 2.5 mm and inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush deteriorated . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 75,217 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 70,477 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 70,476 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/50x17 under 1.6 mm at parts. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/50x17 under 1.6 mm at parts and has a bolt lodged in the tread causing vibration. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads wearing thin due to binding. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 65,293 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 54,971 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/50x17 tyre inner edge wearing unevenly - may cause bearing like road noise - advise replacement. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/50x17 tyre inner edge wearing unevenly - may cause bearing like road noise - advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 44,417 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 36,632 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 26,760 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

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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BD62 FGU is a 2012 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BD62 FGU, 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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BD62 FGU is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 December 2012.

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