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2012 FORD FIESTA1.4L PETROL

5000 DD

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 2012 FORD FIESTA? It's a PETROL with a 1388cc engine showing 30,230 miles. MOT is valid and it's taxed for the road. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT
Valid
Expires 01/03/2027
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/03/2027
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2012
Engine
1388cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle demonstrates an exceptionally stable roadworthiness profile, having secured five consecutive clean passes without a single advisory notice between February 2022 and February 2026. This consistent performance indicates that the car has been maintained to a high standard, with no recurring mechanical or structural defects identified by testers during this four-year period. The most recent inspection on 5 February 2026 at 30,230 miles confirms the vehicle remains in a reliable state of repair. The recorded mileage of 30,230 over a fourteen-year lifespan averages approximately 2,159 miles per annum, which is significantly lower than the national average. Annual increments have remained steady, with the vehicle covering roughly 400 to 1,300 miles between each yearly MOT test. This pattern suggests the car has likely served as a secondary vehicle or been used for short, infrequent journeys. While low mileage often preserves drivetrain components, it can occasionally lead to issues associated with prolonged periods of inactivity, such as seized brake calipers or perished rubber seals. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on components that typically suffer from lack of use rather than high-mileage wear. Check the condition of the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as infrequent braking can prevent the pads from effectively cleaning the friction surfaces. Inspect all visible rubber suspension bushes and gaiters for signs of cracking or perishing due to age, as these components degrade over time regardless of how few miles the vehicle has covered. Given the clean MOT history, the structural integrity appears sound, but a thorough check of the sills and floor pans remains prudent to ensure no hidden corrosion has developed during the car's extended periods of storage.

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Free vehicle health score

90
/ 100 · Excellent

Public record health check: Excellent.

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 27, 2026, 08:15 AM
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 2012, this Ford Fiesta with plate 5000 DD has undergone 5 MOT inspections since February 2022.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 5 passes against 0 fails. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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