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AX12 BVU

2012 Ford Fiesta

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

170,427 mi
Last recorded170,427 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Fiesta55,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 BVU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 170,427 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 170,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 168,506 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Nov 2024 168,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2023 160,918 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 154,925 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 136,959 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 120,199 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 97,626 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 79,166 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 64,004 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 46,611 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 36,119 miles

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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AX12 BVU is a 2012 Ford Fiesta in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 AX12 BVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX12 BVU registered?

AX12 BVU is a 2012 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is AX12 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX12 BVU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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