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SW12 DLU

2012 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Aberdeen, 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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 111,888 miles on the clock, averaging 8,979 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for SW12 DLU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
111,888
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2015
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
8,979

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading111,888 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,979
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SW12 DLU 17k41k64k88k112k '15'25'21

Check SW12 DLU

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,888 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,888 miles
Since last MOT+9,517 miles
PASS
Mileage102,371 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,371 miles
Since last MOT+3,224 miles
PASS
Mileage99,147 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,147 miles
Since last MOT+714 miles
PASS
Mileage98,433 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,432 miles
Since last MOT+6,862 miles
PASS
Mileage91,570 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,570 miles
Since last MOT+12,105 miles
PASS
Mileage79,465 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,465 miles
Since last MOT+9,085 miles
PASS
Mileage70,380 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,372 miles
Since last MOT+9,437 miles
PASS
Mileage60,935 miles
Since last MOT+155 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,780 miles
Since last MOT+7,820 miles
PASS
Mileage52,960 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,960 miles
Since last MOT+13,323 miles
PASS
Mileage39,637 miles
Since last MOT+7,393 miles
PASS
Mileage32,244 miles
Since last MOT+15,169 miles
PASS
Mileage17,075 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

RegistrationSW12 DLU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSW — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SW12 DLU

What car is SW12 DLU?

SW12 DLU is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2012.

What is the mileage of SW12 DLU?

The last recorded mileage for SW12 DLU was 111,888 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SW12 DLU passed its MOT?

SW12 DLU has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2025.

Is SW12 DLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW12 DLU 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 SW12 DLU?

SW12 DLU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.