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BG62 XEB

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,675 mi
Last recorded71,675 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 XEB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2026 71,675 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2026 71,675 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 68,765 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 68,763 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 65,020 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 64,554 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 64,554 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 63,937 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 61,858 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 59,196 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 53,744 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 45,693 miles

Offside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 Oct 2017 32,388 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 19,549 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 17,429 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

removed items from drivers view of road

Fail 15 Oct 2015 17,429 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

removed items from drivers view of road

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 XEB is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XEB, 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 XEB?

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What year was BG62 XEB registered?

BG62 XEB is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is BG62 XEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 XEB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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