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BV61 TUY

2012 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,614 mi
Last recorded58,614 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV61 TUY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 58,614 miles

Central Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Interior rear view mirror missing ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective NSF headlamp has build up of condensation inside lens, no effect on emited light/ pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2021 58,614 miles

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

Central Rear Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Central Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Interior rear view mirror missing ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective NSF headlamp has build up of condensation inside lens, no effect on emited light/ pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 51,695 miles

Offside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 5 Oct 2018 44,427 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 44,427 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2018 39,808 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 32,000 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2016 26,199 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 21,182 miles

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

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

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

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

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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BV61 TUY is a 2012 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BV61 TUY, 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 BV61 TUY registered?

BV61 TUY is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 January 2012.

Is BV61 TUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV61 TUY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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