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FORD FIESTA2012 · 1.6L Petrol

FT12 ABF

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2012 FORD FIESTA — Petrol, 1596cc. This vehicle has 30,517 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT
Valid
Expires 08/04/2027
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1596cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a clean roadworthiness profile with a consistently stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent inspection on 30 March 2026 at 30,517 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates a high level of mechanical consistency and suggests that the previous owners maintained the car to a standard that meets all testing requirements without recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation. The mileage accumulation pattern is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,180 miles per annum. Between March 2022 at 22,839 miles and March 2026 at 30,517 miles, the car covered only 7,678 miles. This consistent low-frequency usage suggests minimal mechanical wear on the drivetrain, engine, and suspension components. However, such low annual mileage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber-based parts and fluids which may not be fully captured by a standard MOT test. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by time rather than distance. Check for cracking in tyre sidewalls, perished wiper blades, and perished suspension bushes, as vehicles that sit stationary for long periods can suffer from dry rot. Examine the brake discs for surface corrosion or uneven pitting, as infrequent use can prevent the calipers from cleaning the rotors effectively. Additionally, verify the condition of the engine oil and coolant, as these fluids degrade over time regardless of the low mileage recorded.

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85
/ 100 · Good

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2012 Ford Fiesta (FT12 ABF), we found 5 MOT results in the period of March 2022 to March 2026.

With 5 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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