2012 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · BT61 EBD
2012 Ford Fiesta (1.6L, diesel). First registered 18 Jan 2012. Recorded mileage 149,388 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,388 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
BT61 EBD Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 11/03/2022
- 149,388 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BT61 EBD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2012 Ford Fiesta (BT61 EBD) between March 2022 and March 2022.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 March 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Ford Ford Fiesta Mk7 pre-facelift (B299)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for BT61EBD.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for BT61EBD. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (BT61 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as BT61EBD.
KIA
PICANTO
KIA
SPORTAGE
KIA
SORENTO
KIA
PICANTO
BMW
520
MINI
MINI
MINI
COUNTRYMAN COOPER SD ALL4
BMW
116
BMW
740
BMW
3 SERIES
MINI
MINI
MINI
ONE CLUBMAN
FORD FIESTA Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2012 model year cars.
- Powershift Transmission JudderSerious
The early 6DCT250 dry-clutch automatic can judder, hesitate and eventually need clutch or mechatronic work if it has been used mostly in stop-start traffic.
- Front Coil Spring and Top Mount WearModerate
Broken lower spring coils and tired top mounts are common on UK-used cars, causing knocks, vague steering feel and repeat MOT advisories.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.