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BJ12 XJU

2012 Ford Fiesta

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

63,411 mi
Last recorded63,411 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Fiesta55,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 XJU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 63,411 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 63,411 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 55,119 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2025 55,087 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn REAR AXLE PIVOT BUSHES... (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER SIDEWALL SPLIT... (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LOW INNER EDGE... (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD INNER EDGE... (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 May 2024 48,582 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2024 48,582 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 43,203 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2022 40,730 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Outer Lower Ball Joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 37,448 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 35,210 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 28,876 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 23,266 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 20,708 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 16,756 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 12,617 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 11,861 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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BJ12 XJU is a 2012 Ford Fiesta in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BJ12 XJU, 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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What year was BJ12 XJU registered?

BJ12 XJU is a 2012 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 21 April 2012.

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