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BG12 RMU

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,157 mi
Last recorded138,157 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 RMU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 138,157 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

both front brake discs show wear and corroded

n/s/f headlamp moisture

Pass 3 Nov 2022 133,210 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 3 Nov 2022 133,194 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Nov 2021 129,534 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Oct 2020 127,196 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 121,846 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 121,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 118,938 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 105,698 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 84,062 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2016 84,062 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 63,260 miles

Emission to clean to record a reading

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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BG12 RMU is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BG12 RMU, 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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What year was BG12 RMU registered?

BG12 RMU is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is BG12 RMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 RMU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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