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BT62 DVY

2012 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

98,269 mi
Last recorded98,269 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT62 DVY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 98,269 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 93,593 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 90,227 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 90,227 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2022 86,808 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 85,055 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2021 85,055 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure heat shield insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 80,795 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Dec 2020 80,795 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure heat shield insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Dec 2019 75,867 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 69,885 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 69,885 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 66,830 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2016 60,016 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 47,477 miles

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

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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BT62 DVY is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc 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 BT62 DVY, 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 BT62 DVY registered?

BT62 DVY is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 December 2012.

Is BT62 DVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT62 DVY 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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