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2012 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · DS61 XUE

DS61 XUE

2012 Ford Fiesta (1.4L, diesel). First registered 31 Jan 2012. Recorded mileage 113,377 miles. MOT expired on 05 May 2024.

Make & Model
FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin
2012 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 05 May 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
113,377 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 05 May 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1398cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle meets the roadworthiness requirements for the current test date of 2026-06-18, having passed all MOT tests in the most recent period. The maintenance trend is stable, as the test dates show no gaps or rapid accumulation of mileage, with the latest inspection occurring on 2023-04-25 at 113,377 miles. This consistent track record indicates that the car has been maintained according to the standard schedule without recurring structural or consumable failures. Regarding the mileage pattern, the 113,377 miles recorded since the 2023-04-25 test aligns with the vehicle's age of approximately 14 years, suggesting the mileage is consistent with expected wear for a 2012 model. While the numbers are relatively low compared to newer models, the absence of gaps or rapid increases in mileage indicates that the vehicle has not experienced a sudden, catastrophic surge in wear that would suggest a major mechanical failure. The data points to a stable maintenance pattern where the engine and drivetrain components have remained in good condition throughout the ownership history. Given the consistent passing of all MOTs and the stable mileage trend, the primary concern is the absence of recurring faults in the suspension, brakes, or drivetrain. The vehicle appears to be in a safe condition for the current test date, as the MOTs show no defects or issues recorded. However, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to verify the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs, as these components are the most likely candidates for inspection based on the history. A thorough visual check is required to confirm that no corrosion or wear has occurred in the wheel bearings or that the brake pads remain within acceptable tolerances for the current mileage.
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DS61 XUE Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/04/2023
  • 113,377 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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DS61 XUE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Ford Fiesta (DS61 XUE) between April 2022 and April 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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FAIL
ADVISORY

DS61 XUE Mileage History

  1. 29/04/2022109,193 mi
  2. 25/04/2023113,377 mi+4,184 mi

Average of roughly 4,233 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

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May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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