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EK62 BFU

2012 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,272 mi
Last recorded74,272 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Focus66,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK62 BFU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 74,272 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 69,489 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 69,424 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 65,355 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 58,520 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2022 52,276 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertray fitted

Fail 11 Mar 2022 52,276 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

undertray fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2021 47,156 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2021 47,156 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 42,650 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 39,345 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 32,070 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear 3mm 215/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 26,253 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 16,329 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 16,325 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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EK62 BFU is a 2012 Ford Focus in Grey 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 EK62 BFU, 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 EK62 BFU registered?

EK62 BFU is a 2012 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is EK62 BFU safe to buy?

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