2016 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · AO66 ADV

This Ford Fiesta presents a remarkably clean MOT history, with the most recent test on 8 October 2025 at 51,360 miles passing without any defects. The trend over the past four years is stable, with no advisories or failures recorded since the isolated anomaly in October 2022—an entry that appears to be a data error, as it lists both a pass and a fail at identical mileage and date. The absence of recurring issues suggests the vehicle has either been well-maintained or, more likely, driven infrequently enough to minimise wear on critical components. The lack of advisories on emissions, brakes, or suspension indicates no immediate mechanical red flags, though the absence of mileage accumulation raises questions about how actively the car has been used. The Fiesta’s mileage of 51,360 over ten years—roughly 5,136 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of its age, particularly given the 2022–2025 MOT intervals showing no significant mileage progression (e.g., just 7,416 miles added between October 2023 and October 2025). This pattern could imply long periods of inactivity, which may have contributed to the clean MOT record but also raises concerns about potential neglect of fluid changes, battery health, or tyre condition. Without advisories on corrosion, binding brakes, or worn suspension, there’s no evidence of deterioration, but the low mileage makes it impossible to rule out deferred maintenance entirely. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of components typically affected by low usage or age, such as the battery (risk of sulphation from prolonged inactivity), brake fluid condition, and tyre sidewall integrity for dry rot. The rear suspension—particularly coil springs and bushes—should be checked for corrosion or degradation, as these can fail prematurely in cars stored for long periods. While the MOT history is reassuring, the lack of mileage accumulation means the Fiesta may not have been driven enough to reveal latent issues, so a pre-purchase inspection focusing on fluid levels, rubber seals, and structural rust would be prudent.