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AV12 UYJ

2012 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,983 mi
Last recorded61,983 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Fiesta55,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 UYJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 61,983 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear both rear coil spring top mounts perishing

Pass 25 Nov 2024 60,336 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 59,140 miles

Coil spring corroded Both sides rear, also upper foam seats are heavily deteriorated and splitting. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Nov 2023 59,140 miles

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

Coil spring corroded Both sides rear, also upper foam seats are heavily deteriorated and splitting. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides rear, also noisy in operation. (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 57,992 miles

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

Parking brake lever action is slack at bottom.

Fail 22 Nov 2022 57,992 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced Incorrectly fitted twin filament bulb. (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever action is slack at bottom.

Pass 18 Nov 2021 56,666 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides rear. (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 56,666 miles

Emissions not tested Due to condition of exhaust system. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides rear. (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 51,545 miles

Both sides rear spring upper seats are heavily deteriorated.

Coil spring corroded Both sides rear: Lower coils. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 51,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Rear axle: Both sides main mounting bushes bonding failed. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both sides rear spring upper seats are heavily deteriorated.

Coil spring corroded Both sides rear: Lower coils. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 47,569 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 40,875 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 34,697 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 28,433 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 22,356 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 19,498 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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AV12 UYJ is a 2012 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AV12 UYJ, 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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AV12 UYJ is a 2012 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 May 2012.

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