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BK12 HRO

2012 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

153,518 mi
Last recorded153,518 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 HRO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 153,518 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 153,475 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 138,451 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 129,354 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 120,623 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 113,815 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 110,925 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 96,139 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 87,553 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 73,397 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 59,043 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 49,510 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 HRO is a 2012 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BK12 HRO, 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 HRO registered?

BK12 HRO is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 May 2012.

Is BK12 HRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 HRO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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