2012 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · OU12 WHF

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2012 Ford Fiesta was conducted on 1 December 2025 and the vehicle passed with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating it was deemed roadworthy at the time of inspection. Reviewing the broader test history, the vehicle has recorded five consecutive passes from 2021 through 2025, each completed without any advisories or failure items. This represents an exceptionally stable maintenance trend, suggesting that the previous keeper has either addressed wear items proactively between tests or that the car has been operating within its design tolerances without developing significant deterioration in the areas assessed under the MOT regime. While a clean MOT history is a positive indicator, it is worth noting that the MOT is a snapshot test of safety-critical items at a given moment and does not cover general mechanical condition, interior wear, or items such as the clutch, gearbox, or engine ancillaries. With 110,989 miles recorded over approximately 14 years of service, this Fiesta has averaged around 7,928 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and class in the UK. There are no significant gaps or unusual patterns in the MOT test frequency, with annual tests conducted consistently from late 2021 through to the end of 2025, suggesting continuous use rather than prolonged periods off the road. This steady annual mileage generally points to a working vehicle that has been driven regularly enough to keep mechanical seals, bearings, and brake components from seizing through inactivity, though it also means that wear-related consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and suspension bushes will have experienced normal service life. The odometer reading itself should be verified against the service book or previous MOT certificates to ensure there is no discrepancy, as mileage discrepancies remain a known risk in the used car market. Given the clean MOT history and the absence of any recorded advisories, there are no specific recurring defects to investigate further. However, prospective buyers should still conduct a thorough physical inspection appropriate for a 14-year-old vehicle approaching 111,000 miles. Tyres should be checked carefully for age-related perishing and cracking on the sidewalls, as rubber degrades over time regardless of tread depth, and a date code older than six years may warrant replacement even if legal tread remains. The brake discs should be inspected for signs of lipping, surface corrosion, or binding calipers, particularly given the modest annual mileage which can lead to corrosion build-up on lightly used braking components. The 12-volt battery is also a likely candidate for replacement on a vehicle of this age, and its state of health should be tested prior to purchase. Fluid conditions, including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and power steering fluid, should all be assessed, as brake fluid is hygroscopic and typically requires replacement every two to three years regardless of mileage, and old coolant can lose its corrosion-inhibiting properties over time. During a test drive, particular attention should be paid to the operation of the clutch, which is not assessed under the MOT but is a known wear item on high-mileage Fiestas of this era and can be costly to replace. Listen for any clonks or rattles from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as the anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, and lower wishbone bushes are common failure points on this generation of Fiesta. The steering should be checked for any knocking sensations or wandering behaviour, which can indicate worn suspension components or track rod end deterioration. On start-up from cold, listen for any timing chain rattle, which has been reported on some variants of the 1.25 and 1.4 Duratec engines, and check for any excessive exhaust smoke. The gearbox should be tested for smooth engagement across all gears, and the handbrake should hold the vehicle securely on an incline. Finally, verifying a full service history with stamps at the correct intervals will provide further confidence that this otherwise clean and well-maintained example has been cared for throughout its life.