2012 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · EJ62 RWV
2012 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Nov 2012. Recorded mileage 105,445 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,445 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EJ62 RWV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2026
- 105,445 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EJ62 RWV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Ford Fiesta (EJ62 RWV) between June 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
EJ62 RWV Mileage History
- 11/06/202281,436 mi
- 19/06/202386,076 mi+4,640 mi
- 07/12/202496,919 mi+10,843 mi
- 09/01/2026105,440 mi+8,521 mi
- 13/01/2026105,445 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 6,682 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Exercise caution. While the vehicle has
Verify that the suspension repairs carried out in January 2026 (coil spring, ball joint, and track rod end) were performed by a reputable garage and check for corresponding invoices. Given the repeated advisories for tyre cracking and a distorted road wheel in previous years, a thorough check of the current wheel alignment and tyre condition is essential.
Negotiate based on the upcoming need for brake disc replacement, as these remained an advisory on the most recent MOT. Ensure there is a comprehensive service record to account for the 105,445 miles covered, as maintenance requirements increase significantly once a vehicle exceeds the 100,000-mile mark.
The 1.2L petrol engine is designed for efficiency, keeping fuel costs relatively low for urban driving. Insurance groups for this model are typically accessible, and the road tax band for a 2012 Fiesta is generally modest.
However, maintenance costs are likely to be higher than average for this age. The recent failure of multiple suspension components and the ongoing wear of brake discs suggest that the vehicle is entering a phase of increased wear-and-tear expenditure.
Closely inspect the front suspension and steering assembly. The January 2026 failure involved a fractured offside front coil spring and worn ball joints; ensure these replacements are functioning correctly. The coil spring is also noted as a top failure reason across the wider model aggregate data.
Check the condition of the brake discs, as they were flagged as worn in the most recent test. Additionally, examine all tyres for cracking or perishing and check the offside rear wheel for any remaining distortion, referencing the advisories recorded in 2023 and 2024.
This blue 2012 Ford Fiesta with a 1.2L petrol engine has covered 105,445 miles. The MOT history reveals a failure in January 2026 requiring repairs to the coil spring, ball joints, and track rod end. There have also been recurring advisories regarding tyre perishing and a distorted rear wheel since 2023.
The Fiesta has an average MOT pass rate of 77.7% across 1.5 million vehicles, with coil springs identified as a common point of failure.
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