2012 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · BJ62 AAV

A consistent track record of roadworthiness defines this vehicle, with a complete absence of recorded defects or advisories across multiple years of testing. This stability is evidenced by the most recent pass on 4 November 2025, following a pattern where any minor issues leading to failure were rectified within days. Such a clean history suggests a vehicle that has maintained its mechanical integrity without the chronic wear or corrosion often seen in cars of this vintage. The recorded mileage of 88,966 miles over fourteen years represents a typical usage profile of approximately 6,355 miles per annum. This moderate accumulation rate indicates the vehicle has avoided the risks associated with prolonged stagnation, such as perished seals or seized calipers, while also avoiding the accelerated drivetrain and suspension wear typical of high-mileage examples. The consistency of the testing intervals suggests a regular pattern of use. Given the lack of specific failures or advisories regarding suspension bushes, brake lines, or structural corrosion, the mechanical focus during a physical inspection should shift to the current state of wear-and-tear consumables. During a test drive, pay close attention to the steering precision and listen for any subtle knocks or clunks over uneven surfaces, which would indicate the onset of wear in the front suspension linkages that may not yet have reached an MOT failure threshold. Further attention should be paid to the braking performance, feeling for any pedal judder or pulling to one side, which would suggest uneven disc wear or binding calipers. While the MOT history shows no emissions failures or oil leaks, a visual check of the engine bay for fresh oil misting around the seals and a check of the exhaust system for secure mountings will complete the evaluation of this otherwise clean mechanical record.