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BK12 HLU

2012 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,563 mi
Last recorded105,563 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 HLU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 105,563 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Oct 2025 105,563 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 102,376 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 98,386 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 98,386 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 94,068 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 88,359 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 88,358 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 84,058 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front inner. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tyre tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tyre tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

nearside washer jet needs adjustment.

Pass 16 Apr 2019 74,877 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 74,870 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2018 65,457 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 54,683 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 44,506 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 33,401 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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BK12 HLU is a 2012 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,997cc diesel 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 BK12 HLU, 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 BK12 HLU registered?

BK12 HLU is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is BK12 HLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 HLU 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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