BT12 OLV

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
WHITE
Engine
1596 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
22 May 2027 (341 days away)
Last recorded mileage
23,739 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 58/100

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 19 MOT tests on record with a 58% pass rate and 23,739 miles. While many issues were addressed, the sheer volume of past failures and advisories warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 10,541 miles/year, with a notable drop in annual usage (4,345 miles) between April 2024 and April 2025, but no signs of odometer fraud.

Things to check

  • Recurring tyre advisories across 5 tests (May 2019, Dec 2020, Jan 2022, Jan 2023, Apr 2025) indicate chronic wear.
  • Engine oil and exhaust system advisories in 6 tests (May 2019, Dec 2020, Jan 2022, Jan 2023, Apr 2024, Apr 2025) suggest ongoing maintenance needs.
  • Windscreen wiper failures in 4 tests (May 2017, Jan 2022, Jan 2023, May 2026) and 4 minor defects show a pattern of neglect.
  • A 2021 service gap is noted, which could indicate periods of neglect or off-road use.

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until 2027-05-22, offering peace of mind for the next three years.
  • Consistent mileage trajectory averaging 10,541 miles/year, aligning with normal UK usage.
  • Most recent MOT (May 2026) passed after addressing the previous failure, showing current roadworthiness.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage discrepancies in the provided MOT history.

Mileage history

Jun 2015: 23,739 mi PASSJun 2016: 31,071 mi PASSMay 2017: 35,680 mi FAILMay 2017: 35,680 mi PASSMay 2018: 47,733 mi FAILMay 2018: 47,866 mi PASSMay 2019: 61,195 mi FAILJun 2019: 61,947 mi PASSDec 2020: 81,619 mi FAILDec 2020: 81,619 mi PASSJan 2022: 96,604 mi PASSJan 2023: 115,298 mi FAILJan 2023: 115,361 mi PASSApr 2024: 131,650 mi FAILApr 2024: 131,650 mi PASSApr 2025: 135,995 mi FAILApr 2025: 135,995 mi PASSMay 2026: 151,796 mi FAILMay 2026: 151,796 mi PASS152k88k24kJun 2015May 2026

MOT test history — 11/19 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jun 2015 PASS 23,739 mi None recorded
Jun 2016 PASS 31,071 mi None recorded
May 2017 FAIL 35,680 mi
FAIL Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
FAIL Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
May 2017 PASS 35,680 mi None recorded
May 2018 FAIL 47,733 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
FAIL Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
May 2018 PASS 47,866 mi None recorded
May 2019 FAIL 61,195 mi
ADVISORY Items removed from driver's view prior to test
MAJOR Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Jun 2019 PASS 61,947 mi
ADVISORY Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Items removed from driver's view prior to test
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Dec 2020 FAIL 81,619 mi
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))
MINOR Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
MAJOR Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
PRS Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
DANGEROUS Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Oil level checked prior to test. 3 Litres of engine oil added, as no oil showing on dipstick.
Dec 2020 PASS 81,619 mi
MINOR Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Oil level checked prior to test. 3 Litres of engine oil added, as no oil showing on dipstick.
Jan 2022 PASS 96,604 mi
MINOR Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Jan 2023 FAIL 115,298 mi
MAJOR Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
MAJOR Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
DANGEROUS Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
MINOR Nearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Jan 2023 PASS 115,361 mi
MINOR Nearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Apr 2024 FAIL 131,650 mi
PRS Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Apr 2024 PASS 131,650 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Apr 2025 FAIL 135,995 mi
PRS Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Apr 2025 PASS 135,995 mi None recorded
May 2026 FAIL 151,796 mi
PRS Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
MINOR Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
May 2026 PASS 151,796 mi
MINOR Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BT12 OLV, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.