2012 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · HG62 FBC

The most recent MOT test on 15 October 2025 at 51,936 miles returned a clean pass with zero defects, which is a strong indicator of current roadworthiness. The maintenance trend over the past five years is broadly improving. Earlier tests flagged corrosion and tyre perishing, but the 2024 test only noted a worn nearside front tyre and a nail in the offside rear — both consumable issues — and by 2025 even those had been resolved. This suggests the last owner addressed basic upkeep promptly rather than letting faults accumulate. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of very light use. The vehicle has covered roughly 9,831 miles in the five years between October 2021 and October 2025, averaging about 1,966 miles per year. The annual increments are consistent: 2,686 miles in 2021–2022, 2,830 in 2022–2023, 2,166 in 2023–2024, and 2,149 in 2024–2025. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the record. Such low annual mileage typically reduces wear on brakes, drivetrain, and suspension, though it can also mean the car has spent long periods stationary, which carries its own risks around seized components and degraded rubber. Despite the clean 2025 result, a buyer should still inspect the rear suspension carefully. The October 2023 test flagged corrosion on the offside rear coil spring, and the 2022 and 2023 tests both noted cracking or perishing on the nearside rear tyre. These point to a car that may have sat idle for extended periods, allowing rubber to degrade and exposed metal to corrode. Check both rear coil springs for surface rust or pitting, and examine all four tyre sidewalls and treads for age-related cracking, regardless of current tread depth. The tyre-related advisories across 2022, 2023, and 2024 — a nail, worn tread, and perishing — suggest the previous owners treated tyre maintenance reactively rather than proactively. A hands-on inspection of the brake discs and pads is also worthwhile, as low-mileage vehicles can develop uneven pad deposits or surface corrosion from infrequent use. Verify that all indicator lenses remain clear and functional, given the discolouration flagged in 2022. Overall, the record paints a picture of a lightly used car that is currently in sound condition, but one where rubber and corrosion-prone components deserve a thorough physical check.