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BV62 NDG

2012 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,800 mi
Last recorded30,800 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 NDG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 30,800 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2026 30,800 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 29,862 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2025 29,862 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 29,223 miles

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

both front tyres wearing edges

Pass 17 Aug 2023 28,073 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2023 28,073 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 27,199 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 23,289 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 22,011 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 20,996 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 18,722 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 15,831 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 13,631 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 9,870 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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BV62 NDG is a 2012 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BV62 NDG, 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 BV62 NDG registered?

BV62 NDG is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 September 2012.

Is BV62 NDG safe to buy?

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