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AY61 DXE

2012 Ford Fiesta

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,026 mi
Last recorded127,026 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Fiesta55,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY61 DXE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 127,026 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 119,318 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 13 Dec 2023 110,610 miles

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

oil level is low

Pass 24 Jan 2023 103,687 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 103,687 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 99,106 miles

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

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

both rear coil springs corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2021 93,419 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 87,338 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 87,338 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 80,789 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 72,275 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 72,275 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 63,894 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 56,424 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 45,060 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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AY61 DXE is a 2012 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AY61 DXE, 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 AY61 DXE registered?

AY61 DXE is a 2012 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 February 2012.

Is AY61 DXE safe to buy?

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