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BG62 ZDW

2012 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

26,955 mi
Last recorded26,955 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 ZDW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 26,955 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 26,375 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 25,517 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 24,585 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 24,585 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 23,602 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 22,787 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 22,787 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 21,370 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 21,370 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 18,774 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 18,774 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 16,218 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 12,830 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 10,616 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 ZDW is a 2012 Ford Focus in Grey 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 ZDW, 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 ZDW registered?

BG62 ZDW is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is BG62 ZDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 ZDW 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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