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AP12 DPN

2012 Ford Fiesta

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

154,264 mi
Last recorded154,264 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Fiesta55,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 DPN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 154,264 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 138,713 miles
Fail 6 May 2025 138,705 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 117,643 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box also outer casing corroded and loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 117,643 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 113,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 113,755 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp likely to become detached (4.5.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Exhaust shield loose

Pass 24 Jan 2022 108,893 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Jan 2022 108,884 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 95,816 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 82,942 miles

REAR EXHAUST OUTER SKIN CORRODED

Fail 17 Jul 2019 82,942 miles

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

REAR EXHAUST OUTER SKIN CORRODED

Pass 17 Jul 2018 74,451 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 67,435 miles

covers fitted obscuring components

Fail 28 Jun 2017 67,435 miles

Nearside brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 14 Jul 2016 53,470 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad, around 4mm approx (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs visually scored etc

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear exhaust, visible surface rust in areas

engine cover and vehicle under shields restricts viewing

Pass 13 Jul 2015 37,144 miles

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

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

rear exhaust box corroded

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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AP12 DPN is a 2012 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2012 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 55,295 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 Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP12 DPN, 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 14 years old, this Ford Fiesta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AP12 DPN is a 2012 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 19 July 2012.

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