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BK12 HNJ

2012 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

167,856 mi
Last recorded167,856 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 HNJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 167,856 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 167,856 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 164,780 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 164,780 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 158,334 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2023 154,261 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 149,712 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 145,433 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 140,150 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 131,090 miles

Offside Front door seal unbonding and loose

Fail 12 Mar 2019 131,089 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front door seal unbonding and loose

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside mirror unit broken

Pass 27 Mar 2018 110,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre lumpy/uneven on inner tread

Pass 13 Apr 2017 94,396 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 94,396 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2016 83,629 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 83,629 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 64,671 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 HNJ is a 2012 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 HNJ, 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 HNJ registered?

BK12 HNJ is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 April 2012.

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