BF62 FTD

2012 FORD — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
FORD
Year
2012
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
RED
Engine
1596 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
21 April 2027 (311 days away)
Last recorded mileage
18,576 mi

AI verdict AVOID 33/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2012 Ford has 17 MOT tests on record with a 71% pass rate and 18,576 miles. The vehicle's past issues, including overheating and engine lockup, are also highly problematic.

The mileage trajectory shows a normal average of 7,877 miles/year, but a critical anomaly: an unusually high 26,119-mile jump occurred before Mar 2021, indicating a significant change in usage.

Things to check

  • DANGEROUS defects: Tyres (3) and brakes (1) failed in 2023–2026, indicating severe neglect.
  • Recurring major failures: Lights (6), Windscreen (3), Suspension (3), Steering (2), and Emissions (7) show chronic issues.
  • High-concern advisories: Exhaust (7), CV boot (3), and steering rack (3) are recurring and unresolved.
  • Mileage anomaly: Unusually high 26,119-mile jump before Mar 2021 suggests a significant change in usage.

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until April 2027, indicating current roadworthiness.
  • No mileage fraud detected; all readings are sequential and plausible for a 2012 vehicle.
  • Consistent annual mileage post-2021, suggesting regular use despite earlier anomalies.
  • No recent MOT failures or dangerous defects since the April 2026 pass.

Mileage history

Aug 2015: 18,576 mi PASSAug 2016: 22,841 mi PASSSep 2017: 26,246 mi PASSAug 2018: 30,109 mi PASSApr 2019: 31,590 mi PASSMar 2020: 45,552 mi FAILApr 2020: 45,552 mi PASSMar 2021: 71,027 mi PASSMay 2022: 84,279 mi PASSMar 2023: 88,114 mi FAILMar 2023: 88,114 mi PASSApr 2024: 96,767 mi FAILApr 2024: 96,803 mi PASSApr 2025: 107,909 mi FAILApr 2025: 107,909 mi PASSApr 2026: 112,765 mi FAILApr 2026: 112,771 mi PASS113k66k19kAug 2015Apr 2026

MOT test history — 12/17 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Aug 2015 PASS 18,576 mi None recorded
Aug 2016 PASS 22,841 mi None recorded
Sep 2017 PASS 26,246 mi None recorded
Aug 2018 PASS 30,109 mi None recorded
Apr 2019 PASS 31,590 mi None recorded
Mar 2020 FAIL 45,552 mi
ADVISORY Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
MAJOR Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Apr 2020 PASS 45,552 mi
ADVISORY Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Mar 2021 PASS 71,027 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
May 2022 PASS 84,279 mi None recorded
Mar 2023 FAIL 88,114 mi
PRS Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
PRS Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very corroded and patched (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Mar 2023 PASS 88,114 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very corroded and patched (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Apr 2024 FAIL 96,767 mi
MAJOR Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
ADVISORY Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
MAJOR Horn not working (7.7 (a))
MAJOR Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
ADVISORY Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
MAJOR Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
DANGEROUS Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
DANGEROUS Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Apr 2024 PASS 96,803 mi None recorded
Apr 2025 FAIL 107,909 mi
DANGEROUS Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Apr 2025 PASS 107,909 mi
ADVISORY Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Apr 2026 FAIL 112,765 mi
MINOR Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Side repeater does not face the side (4.4.3 (a))
MAJOR Offside Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Exhaust mounting defective centre & rear (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
MINOR Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) free play detected in steering wheel
Apr 2026 PASS 112,771 mi
MINOR Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Exhaust mounting defective centre & rear (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
MINOR Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) free play detected in steering wheel

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