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BD62 VXF

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

67,598 mi
Last recorded67,598 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD62 VXF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 67,598 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 63,762 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 55,849 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 20 Dec 2022 49,517 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2022 49,517 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 46,944 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 46,943 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 43,459 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer wall slightly worn

Fail 14 Dec 2020 43,459 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre outer wall slightly worn

Pass 9 Dec 2019 39,984 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 35,581 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 30,863 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Central Front Lower Under Tray fitted.

Central Front Upper Engine Cover Fitted.

Pass 21 Dec 2016 26,967 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 26,967 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 19,258 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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BD62 VXF is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VXF, 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 BD62 VXF registered?

BD62 VXF is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 December 2012.

Is BD62 VXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD62 VXF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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