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BG62 XAV

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,062 mi
Last recorded148,062 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 148,062 miles

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

Rear Rear Axle general corrosion

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 148,061 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth down to the metal (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Rear Axle general corrosion

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 143,504 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 136,115 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 135,096 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 132,985 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 130,006 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 126,846 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 121,294 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 113,857 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 99,945 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2017 99,945 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 74,774 miles

brake anti-slip pad worn

engine cover / under shield fitted

Fail 29 Oct 2016 74,774 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

brake anti-slip pad worn

engine cover / under shield fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2015 46,961 miles

under tray / engine cover fitted

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 XAV 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 XAV, 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 XAV registered?

BG62 XAV is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is BG62 XAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 XAV 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.

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