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AB56 ALF

2012 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

112,920 mi
Last recorded112,920 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Fiesta55,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB56 ALF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 112,920 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 103,418 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 95,108 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 95,091 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 77,675 miles

Central Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/40R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater tinted light intensity reduced

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/40R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Tinted (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater tinted light intensity reduced

Rear reflector not red in colour Tinted (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 77,675 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/40R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater tinted light intensity reduced

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/40R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Tinted (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater tinted light intensity reduced

Rear reflector not red in colour Tinted (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 65,192 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 65,184 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 61,252 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 56,443 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 48,301 miles

customer uncovered rear reflectors for mot test

f discs corroding

Pass 20 Jun 2016 39,636 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 29,112 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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AB56 ALF is a 2012 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 55,295 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB56 ALF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 14 years old, this Ford Fiesta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AB56 ALF registered?

AB56 ALF is a 2012 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 19 June 2012.

Is AB56 ALF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB56 ALF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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