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A12 TOM

2009 Ford Fiesta

White Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

155,692 mi
Last recorded155,692 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Fiesta62,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 TOM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 155,692 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 148,910 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner lip of wheel. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 142,488 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs, inner faces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 134,565 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 134,565 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 129,320 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 126,595 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 121,713 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 121,713 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 113,694 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 104,498 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 91,538 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 76,172 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 62,244 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 5 Sep 2012 46,066 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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A12 TOM is a 2009 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 62,626 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 TOM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 17 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A12 TOM registered?

A12 TOM is a 2009 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 12 September 2009.

Is A12 TOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 TOM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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