2012 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MT12 FEJ
2012 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 96,914 miles. MOT valid until 02 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,914 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MT12 FEJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2026
- 96,914 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MT12 FEJ 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 (MT12 FEJ) between June 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 13 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
MT12 FEJ Mileage History
- 27/06/202264,786 mi
- 03/07/202374,008 mi+9,222 mi
- 02/07/202481,453 mi+7,445 mi
- 30/06/202589,255 mi+7,802 mi
- 02/07/202696,914 mi+7,659 mi
Average of roughly 8,004 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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