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Ford Fiesta

Green · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LS12 WAUMOT history

LS12 WAU is a green diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 3 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 71,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

LS12 WAU green Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
71,868 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 WAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 WAU was last recorded at 71,868 miles on 28 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jul 2026: 71,868 miles, lower than 71,999 miles on 22 Jul 2026.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
71,999 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Average per year
5,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,868 miles
  • 2025 – 63,396 miles
  • 2024 – 57,610 miles
  • 2023 – 45,707 miles
  • 2022 – 37,637 miles
  • 2021 – 28,146 miles
  • 2020 – 26,926 miles
  • 2019 – 23,340 miles
  • 2018 – 20,914 miles
  • 2017 – 17,784 miles
  • 2016 – 14,528 miles
  • 2015 – 12,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,868 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Undertrays fitted, restricting inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,868 miles (-131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    71,868 miles
    Test number
    747458992322
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail71,999 miles (+8,603)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,999 miles
    Test number
    998546446726
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass63,396 miles (+241)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    63,396 miles
    Test number
    539626072363
    • 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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail63,155 miles (+5,545)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,155 miles
    Test number
    868921614445
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass57,610 miles (+2,526)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    57,610 miles
    Test number
    248336602749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,084 miles (+9,377)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    55,084 miles
    Test number
    724677985047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass45,707 miles (+8,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    45,707 miles
    Test number
    147563585505
    • AdvisoryRear silencer casing blown open.
  8. Pass37,637 miles (+9,491)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    37,637 miles
    Test number
    372900241532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass28,146 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    28,146 miles
    Test number
    704616203225
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
  10. Fail28,133 miles (+1,207)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,133 miles
    Test number
    469733213262
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
  11. Pass26,926 miles (+3,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    26,926 miles
    Test number
    924284142178
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, restricting inspection
  12. Pass23,340 miles (+2,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    23,340 miles
    Test number
    222923064042
    • AdvisorySome wear/corrosion to front brake disk's
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, restricting inspection
  13. Pass20,914 miles (+3,130)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    20,914 miles
    Test number
    290781749546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,784 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    17,784 miles
    Test number
    712722336807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass14,528 miles (+2,294)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    14,528 miles
    Test number
    714196749929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass12,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    12,234 miles
    Test number
    269027215488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 WAU

Does LS12 WAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 WAU is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 WAU?
The MOT on LS12 WAU is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 WAU done?
LS12 WAU was recorded at 71,868 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 5,300 miles a year.
Has LS12 WAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 WAU has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 WAU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jul 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS12 WAU find?
LS12 WAU passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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