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BG62 TXP

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,125 mi
Last recorded123,125 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 TXP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 123,125 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 120,262 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 117,555 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 117,555 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 115,457 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 112,906 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 106,817 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 104,649 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 104,643 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 101,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline legal (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline legal (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2018 91,623 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 84,011 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 67,034 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 53,145 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 53,145 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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 TXP is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BG62 TXP, 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 BG62 TXP registered?

BG62 TXP is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 December 2012.

Is BG62 TXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 TXP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG62 TXP have outstanding finance?

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