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FX61 HLU

2012 Ford Auto Trail

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,635 mi
Last recorded17,635 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Auto Trail21,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX61 HLU
MakeFord
ModelAuto Trail
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 17,635 miles

All Brake discs corroded

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

underbody & suspension corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2024 17,624 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underbody and suspension corroded

Fail 12 Jul 2024 17,624 miles

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

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underbody and suspension corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2023 17,549 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 17,508 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2021 17,201 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring corroded but not seriously weakened

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded From rack to pump (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring corroded but not seriously weakened

Offside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 16,913 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 16,580 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 16,580 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Outline marker lamp not working nearside and offside (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 15,924 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jun 2018 15,924 miles

All outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 15,393 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 11,410 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 10,945 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 9,042 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Auto Trail?

Based on 4,299 MOT tests across 416 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,892
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10
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FX61 HLU is a 2012 Ford Auto Trail in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Ford Auto Trail models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 21,264 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 Auto Trail fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX61 HLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Auto Trail typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Ford Auto Trail is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX61 HLU registered?

FX61 HLU is a 2012 Ford Auto Trail, first registered on 7 February 2012.

Is FX61 HLU safe to buy?

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