DVLA verified
MOT valid
Check service history

2012 FORD FIESTA1.2L Petrol

FT12 ACJ

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 2012 FORD FIESTA? It's a Petrol with a 1242cc engine showing 123,875 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT
Valid
Expires 06/04/2027
Tax
No data
Powered by Experian Data
£8.99
Check outstanding finance, stolen records, write-off categories & mileage anomalies.
Instant results • £20,000 data guarantee • Same data source as HPI
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1242cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2012 Ford Fiesta’s most recent MOT on 2026-04-07 at 123,875 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating a stable roadworthiness status. However, the vehicle experienced two consecutive failures on 2026-04-06 at 123,865 miles and a prior failure on 2026-03-27 at 123,800 miles, both with no defects noted. These results suggest a potential inconsistency in testing or minor issues resolved between tests, but no critical mechanical or structural faults were flagged in the latest assessment. The mileage progression shows a steady increase, with 116,521 miles recorded in 2025-03-12 and 123,875 miles by 2026-04-07, reflecting an average of 8,848 miles annually. A notable jump of 7,354 miles occurred between March 2025 and March 2026, which aligns with typical usage for the vehicle’s age. The recent tests at 123,865 and 123,875 miles indicate minimal incremental wear, with no evidence of rapid deterioration in the final 100 miles. While the MOT history lacks specific mechanical or structural issues, the repeated failures without defects imply potential oversights in prior inspections. A buyer should verify the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for wear, as these components often degrade over time. Inspecting the exhaust system for corrosion and checking the vehicle’s body for rust, particularly around door sills and under the chassis, would also be prudent. The absence of advisories in the latest test is reassuring, but the vehicle’s age and mileage warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

AI insights are experimental and can be incorrect. All claims should be manually verified.

Free vehicle health score

70
/ 100 · Average

Public record health check: Average.

Based on free DVLA & DVSA signals. Premium checks for stolen/finance/write-off history are locked below.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
A score of 70 doesn't mean it's safe to buy. Private markers don't appear in public data.
Verified Experian Data

Full History Report

Official provenance and safety check for FT12ACJ

Data provided by Experian
Stolen
Locked
Finance
Locked
Write-off
Locked
Salvage
Locked
Imported
Locked
Exported
Locked
Scrapped
Locked
Destruction
Locked
V5C Logbook
Locked
Powered by Experian Data

Premium Vehicle History Data Locked

Unlock the full report to reveal outstanding finance agreements, police stolen markers, insurance write-off categories (Cat A/B/C/D/S/N), mileage anomaly checks, and plate changes.

Instant results • £20,000 data guarantee • Same data source as HPI

Data provided by Experian

Technical Specifications

AI Intelligence

What's this car worth today?

Get an instant, AI-powered valuation based on live market data, this exact model, and recent auction results.

Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2012 Ford Fiesta’s most recent MOT on 2026-04-07 at 123,875 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating a stable roadworthiness status. However, the vehicle experienced two consecutive failures on 2026-04-06 at 123,865 miles and a prior failure on 2026-03-27 at 123,800 miles, both with no defects noted. These results suggest a potential inconsistency in testing or minor issues resolved between tests, but no critical mechanical or structural faults were flagged in the latest assessment. The mileage progression shows a steady increase, with 116,521 miles recorded in 2025-03-12 and 123,875 miles by 2026-04-07, reflecting an average of 8,848 miles annually. A notable jump of 7,354 miles occurred between March 2025 and March 2026, which aligns with typical usage for the vehicle’s age. The recent tests at 123,865 and 123,875 miles indicate minimal incremental wear, with no evidence of rapid deterioration in the final 100 miles. While the MOT history lacks specific mechanical or structural issues, the repeated failures without defects imply potential oversights in prior inspections. A buyer should verify the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for wear, as these components often degrade over time. Inspecting the exhaust system for corrosion and checking the vehicle’s body for rust, particularly around door sills and under the chassis, would also be prudent. The absence of advisories in the latest test is reassuring, but the vehicle’s age and mileage warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

AI insights are experimental and can be incorrect. All claims should be manually verified.

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Ford Fiesta (FT12 ACJ) from 2012 show a total of 5 MOT tests between March 2025 and April 2026.

With 3 passes and 2 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 60%. The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.

AI insights are experimental and can be incorrect. All claims should be manually verified.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY