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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

LT12 RTUMOT history

LT12 RTU is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 23 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 59,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

LT12 RTU red Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
59,575 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 RTU
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
23 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 RTU was last recorded at 59,575 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,563 miles · 31 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
4,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,575 miles
  • 2025 – 54,814 miles
  • 2024 – 46,933 miles
  • 2023 – 36,480 miles
  • 2022 – 30,085 miles
  • 2021 – 26,856 miles
  • 2020 – 26,227 miles
  • 2019 – 22,845 miles
  • 2018 – 20,954 miles
  • 2017 – 17,429 miles
  • 2016 – 12,788 miles
  • 2015 – 9,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,575 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,575 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    59,575 miles
    Test number
    281789102790
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail59,563 miles (+4,749)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,563 miles
    Test number
    352802513111
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass54,814 miles (+7,881)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    54,814 miles
    Test number
    412351909394
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass46,933 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    46,933 miles
    Test number
    325664073143
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail46,933 miles (+10,453)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,933 miles
    Test number
    848663544787
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass36,480 miles (+6,395)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    36,480 miles
    Test number
    698196256828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass30,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    30,085 miles
    Test number
    343206280260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail30,085 miles (+3,229)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,085 miles
    Test number
    469757079411
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass26,856 miles (+629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    26,856 miles
    Test number
    622010806287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass26,227 miles (+3,382)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    26,227 miles
    Test number
    820447409660
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Due to the size of both child seats cant examine the rear middle seat belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass22,845 miles (+1,891)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    22,845 miles
    Test number
    304048732847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,954 miles (+3,525)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    20,954 miles
    Test number
    824427492927
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass17,429 miles (+4,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    17,429 miles
    Test number
    767611976062
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass12,788 miles (+3,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    12,788 miles
    Test number
    254628506567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass9,498 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    9,498 miles
    Test number
    227112485077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LT12 RTU

Does LT12 RTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 RTU is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 RTU?
The MOT on LT12 RTU is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 RTU done?
LT12 RTU was recorded at 59,575 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 4,524 miles a year.
Has LT12 RTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 RTU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LT12 RTU 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 LT12 RTU find?
LT12 RTU passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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