2022 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Turbo Mhev 1.0L Petrol · FR68 EDW

With only two recorded MOT tests on file, both resulting in passes with no advisories or defects of any kind, the DVSA history presents a clean and currently uninterrupted profile of roadworthiness for this 2022 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Turbo MHEV. The most recent assessment on 5 November 2025 was a clean pass, and this follows an equally clean pass from 20 February 2025. While the short testing window limits how much long-term trend can be established, the absence of any flagged components across these tests indicates that the vehicle has not yet accumulated the kind of wear, corrosion, or component degradation that typically surfaces on a Fiesta of this vintage. Without recorded advisories, there is no documented evidence of premature wear on suspension, braking, or exhaust components to factor into a purchase decision. The recorded mileage of 22,777 miles against a four-year age places this vehicle in clearly low-accumulation territory, working out to roughly 5,694 miles per year on average. This is well below the typical annual mileage for a UK-driven supermini and suggests either a predominantly secondary-vehicle role, short commuter journeys, or extended periods of inactivity between uses. Mechanically, this usage pattern carries dual implications. On one hand, lower mileage means reduced wear on the major drivetrain components, including the 1.0-litre EcoBoost mild-hybrid engine, clutch, and braking surfaces. On the other, a vehicle that has spent significant time stationary or used predominantly for short journeys may exhibit issues unrelated to wear, such as moisture build-up in the engine oil from frequent cold starts, potential flat-spotting of tyres, and the early onset of brake disc corrosion on areas that see limited use. These are not failures recorded in the history but are realistic considerations for a buyer inspecting a low-mileage example. For a prospective buyer conducting a physical inspection, attention should focus on the specific areas where light use tends to reveal issues before MOT testing does. The brake discs and pads, though not flagged in the record, should be checked for surface rust pitting or lipping, which develops from infrequent heavy braking. The tyres should be examined for signs of age-related cracking in the sidewalls or uneven shoulder wear from being stored under load. The EcoBoost engine, particularly on a vehicle with a mild-hybrid system, benefits from a thorough cold-start observation: listen for any timing chain rattle, watch for excessive smoke on startup, and check for oil leaks around the cam chain cover and turbo oil feed lines, which are known concerns on this engine family regardless of MOT outcome. On a test drive, the steering and suspension behaviour of this ST-Line variant warrants particular scrutiny given its sport-tuned chassis settings. Listen for any knocking or clonking noises from the front suspension over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, paying attention to the anti-roll bar bushes and lower wishbone joints, which can deteriorate on low-mileage vehicles that have endured UK winter road salt exposure without the benefit of regular longer drives to keep components working freely. The steering should feel precise without vibration or pulling to either side, and the clutch should engage smoothly without judder, which can indicate flywheel wear or contaminated friction surfaces. Finally, verify that the mild-hybrid system operates as intended, with smooth engine stop-start transitions and no warning lights on the dashboard, as hybrid system faults would not necessarily appear in a standard MOT assessment.