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BJ12 XGE

2012 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,949 mi
Last recorded23,949 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 XGE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 23,949 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 22,456 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 21,451 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 20,089 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 18,898 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 18,166 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 17,829 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 16,793 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 16,793 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2018 15,785 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 14,030 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 10,669 miles

unable to test adult seatbelt, childseats fitted

Fail 4 May 2016 10,669 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

unable to test adult seatbelt, childseats fitted

Pass 11 May 2015 8,010 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 7,832 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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BJ12 XGE is a 2012 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BJ12 XGE, 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 BJ12 XGE registered?

BJ12 XGE is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is BJ12 XGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ12 XGE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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