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BG61 RVR

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

161,395 mi
Last recorded161,395 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 RVR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 161,395 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 May 2025 161,309 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2024 97,220 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 90,699 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 89,971 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 89,776 miles

Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 85,300 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 58,184 miles

N/S/F wheel bearing is a bit noisey

Pass 17 Nov 2016 39,099 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 32,927 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 25,388 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Dec 2014 25,388 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BG61 RVR 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 83.3%.

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 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 BG61 RVR, 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 BG61 RVR registered?

BG61 RVR is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is BG61 RVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 RVR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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