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BJ12 XKL

2012 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

85,122 mi
Last recorded85,122 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 XKL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 85,122 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 72,481 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inside (5.2.3 (e))

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

both rear tyres have slight tread separation

Pass 27 Jun 2024 59,182 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jun 2023 51,463 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 45,311 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 45,311 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 44,635 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 44,635 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 41,965 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 39,442 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 37,344 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 30,250 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 24,483 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 15,797 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 10,135 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 XKL is a 2012 Ford Focus in Blue 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 XKL, 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 XKL registered?

BJ12 XKL is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 May 2012.

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