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BV62 SWX

2012 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,131 mi
Last recorded56,131 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 SWX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 56,131 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 53,795 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 51,724 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 49,670 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 46,737 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 43,037 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 39,672 miles

215/55/16 FRONT TYRES WORN UNEVENLY REAR TYRES DETERIORATED

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 31,619 miles

215/55/16 REAR TYRES DETERIORATED

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 24,532 miles

215/55/16 REAR TYRES DETERIORATED

Pass 15 Sep 2016 17,898 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 112,021 miles

front pads low

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 SWX is a 2012 Ford Focus in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SWX, 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 SWX registered?

BV62 SWX is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 September 2012.

Is BV62 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV62 SWX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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