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BG12 SMX

2012 Ford Fiesta

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

73,943 mi
Last recorded73,943 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Fiesta55,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 SMX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 73,943 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2025 73,623 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 69,269 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 67,687 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Nov 2023 67,687 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 62,533 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 62,441 miles

Emissions not tested unable to obtain any reading . exhaust snapped (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 56,921 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 54,353 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 52,312 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 47,676 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 47,371 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 42,244 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 35,299 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 30,028 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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BG12 SMX is a 2012 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BG12 SMX, 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

How do I check the history of BG12 SMX?

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What year was BG12 SMX registered?

BG12 SMX is a 2012 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is BG12 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 SMX 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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