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BF12 FZT

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

172,907 mi
Last recorded172,907 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 FZT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 172,907 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 163,291 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024
Fail 16 Feb 2024 153,221 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 142,376 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2021 131,285 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020
Pass 7 Mar 2019 118,080 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 111,659 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Mar 2018 111,659 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres worn inside edge

Pass 1 Mar 2017 104,146 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 104,146 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2016 94,789 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2015 86,672 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BF12 FZT is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BF12 FZT, 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 BF12 FZT registered?

BF12 FZT is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is BF12 FZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 FZT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BF12 FZT have outstanding finance?

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