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BG62 TXD

2012 Ford Focus

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

112,534 mi
Last recorded112,534 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 TXD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 May 2024 112,534 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 101,323 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 101,054 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 83,523 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 60,114 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 60,097 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 45,265 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 45,226 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 29,689 miles

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

Offside Front Lower arm rear bush starting to split

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

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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BG62 TXD is a 2012 Ford Focus in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 BG62 TXD, 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

How do I check the history of BG62 TXD?

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What year was BG62 TXD registered?

BG62 TXD is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is BG62 TXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 TXD shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG62 TXD have outstanding finance?

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