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BG62 ZGX

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,897 mi
Last recorded73,897 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 ZGX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 73,897 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 69,196 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 65,501 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 58,558 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Nearside Tyres worn around edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 50,419 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 45,245 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 40,911 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Nov 2020 40,911 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 36,253 miles

Front brake discs corroded on inner surfaces and in poor condition

Front number plate cracked

Pass 22 Nov 2018 31,295 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 31,294 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2017 26,820 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 21,848 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 17,556 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 ZGX is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZGX, 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 ZGX registered?

BG62 ZGX is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is BG62 ZGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 ZGX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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