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BF12 ODU

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,372 mi
Last recorded52,372 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 ODU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 52,372 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 47,680 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 43,231 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 39,959 miles

Nearside Front headlight condensated

Pass 16 May 2022 31,354 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 29,456 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 27,251 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 25,702 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 25,702 miles

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 24,005 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH tyres 0.4mm useable tread remaining 215/5017 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 19,117 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm useable tread remaining 215/5017 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm useable tread remaining 215/5017 (4.1.E.1)

engine covers/tray obscuring components

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 23 Mar 2015 14,021 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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BF12 ODU is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ODU, 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 ODU registered?

BF12 ODU is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 March 2012.

Is BF12 ODU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 ODU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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