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SL12 XYV

2012 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2012 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 73,450 miles on the clock, averaging 5,964 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for SL12 XYV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
73,450
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2015
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,964

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading73,450 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,964
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL12 XYV 13k28k43k58k73k '15'26'22

Check SL12 XYV

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,450 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,450 miles
Since last MOT+7,147 miles
PASS
Mileage66,303 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,303 miles
Since last MOT+6,737 miles
PASS
Mileage59,566 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,566 miles
Since last MOT+5,396 miles
PASS
Mileage54,170 miles
Since last MOT+6,652 miles
PASS
Mileage47,518 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,518 miles
Since last MOT+2,647 miles
PASS
Mileage44,871 miles
Since last MOT+3,303 miles
PASS
Mileage41,568 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,568 miles
Since last MOT+3,262 miles
PASS
Mileage38,306 miles
Since last MOT+6,191 miles
PASS
Mileage32,115 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,115 miles
Since last MOT+11,711 miles
PASS
Mileage20,404 miles
Since last MOT+7,522 miles
PASS
Mileage12,882 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2008–2019), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Coolant thermostat housing (plastic outlet on cylinder head)

Plastic housing cracks or warps, O-ring seal fails, releasing fragments into cooling system.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 XYV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SL12 XYV

What car is SL12 XYV?

SL12 XYV is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.

What is the mileage of SL12 XYV?

The last recorded mileage for SL12 XYV was 73,450 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL12 XYV passed its MOT?

SL12 XYV has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2026.

Is SL12 XYV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL12 XYV is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is SL12 XYV?

SL12 XYV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.