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BG62 WZZ

2012 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,428 mi
Last recorded97,428 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 WZZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 97,428 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Feb 2026 97,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 92,540 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Feb 2025 92,540 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 84,554 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 84,554 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 73,371 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 66,179 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jan 2022 66,131 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both 215/50r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 59,097 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 55,407 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front wipers starting to smear

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 48,974 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 43,607 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x1 ()

Pass 11 Jan 2017 36,103 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 27,318 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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BG62 WZZ is a 2012 Ford Focus in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 WZZ, 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 BG62 WZZ registered?

BG62 WZZ is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is BG62 WZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 WZZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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