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BN61 XBJ

2012 Ford Fiesta

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

100,948 mi
Last recorded100,948 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Fiesta55,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN61 XBJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 100,948 miles

exhaust backbox corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2025 100,947 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust backbox corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2025 93,782 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

rear exhaust silencer outer skin delaminated

Pass 3 Jan 2024 82,575 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2024 82,575 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 79,363 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jan 2023 79,363 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 75,119 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 75,119 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 71,610 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2020 71,609 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 64,454 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Fail 23 Dec 2019 64,454 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 27 Dec 2018 57,084 miles

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

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 49,237 miles

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Fail 29 Dec 2017 49,237 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (175/65/14 ) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge (175/65/14 ) (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre wall + tread pattern perished

Offside Rear tyre wall + tread pattern perished

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 30 Dec 2016 41,141 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 34,599 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 27,832 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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BN61 XBJ is a 2012 Ford Fiesta in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 BN61 XBJ, 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 BN61 XBJ registered?

BN61 XBJ is a 2012 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 13 February 2012.

Is BN61 XBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN61 XBJ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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