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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

LR12 DFXMOT history

LR12 DFX is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 12 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 99,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LR12 DFX red Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
99,469 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR12 DFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR12 DFX was last recorded at 99,469 miles on 7 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,469 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,469 miles
  • 2025 – 89,109 miles
  • 2024 – 81,960 miles
  • 2023 – 79,301 miles
  • 2022 – 76,575 miles
  • 2021 – 73,928 miles
  • 2020 – 70,490 miles
  • 2019 – 66,844 miles
  • 2018 – 62,667 miles
  • 2017 – 57,265 miles
  • 2016 – 54,269 miles
  • 2015 – 41,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,469 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,469 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    99,469 miles
    Test number
    924358128251
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded.
  2. Fail99,469 miles (+10,360)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,469 miles
    Test number
    937963463530
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Wing. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded.
  3. Pass89,109 miles (+7,149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,109 miles
    Test number
    890643687159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass81,960 miles (+2,659)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    81,960 miles
    Test number
    461843177243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass79,301 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    79,301 miles
    Test number
    760603577070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail79,268 miles (+2,693)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,268 miles
    Test number
    691509568575
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass76,575 miles (+2,647)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    76,575 miles
    Test number
    567946116894
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass73,928 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    73,928 miles
    Test number
    372757968590
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail73,928 miles (+3,438)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,928 miles
    Test number
    610951908481
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass70,490 miles (+3,646)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    70,490 miles
    Test number
    970491091950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass66,844 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,844 miles
    Test number
    433271243423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Fail66,844 miles (+4,177)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,844 miles
    Test number
    408011362063
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass62,667 miles (+5,402)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,667 miles
    Test number
    656799245139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,265 miles (+2,996)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    57,265 miles
    Test number
    539974911044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,269 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,269 miles
    Test number
    781895181846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail54,269 miles (+12,575)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,269 miles
    Test number
    548985945713
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass41,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,694 miles
    Test number
    109641825118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR12 DFX

Does LR12 DFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR12 DFX is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR12 DFX?
The MOT on LR12 DFX is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR12 DFX done?
LR12 DFX was recorded at 99,469 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 5,244 miles a year.
Has LR12 DFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR12 DFX has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR12 DFX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR12 DFX find?
LR12 DFX passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 advisory: underside corroded..

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