2015 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · LH65 AFU

The 2015 Ford Fiesta presents a stable and improving mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 5 December 2025 at 63,303 miles. The vehicle passed that test with only a minor advisory for slight play on the nearside track rod end ball joint, a low-severity steering wear item. This is a marked improvement over the November 2023 failure, where the nearside front tyre was condemned for a deep cut exposing the ply or cords. The subsequent clean pass on 30 November 2023 at 45,457 miles and the advisory-free pass on 11 December 2024 at 54,560 miles suggest the previous owner addressed the tyre issue promptly and has maintained the car without accumulating further defects. The trend is one of consistent, responsible upkeep rather than neglect. The mileage pattern is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,755 miles per year. The record shows steady annual increments of roughly 9,000 miles between the December 2022 test at 36,258 miles and the December 2024 test at 54,560 miles, with the final jump to 63,303 miles by December 2025 representing about 8,743 additional miles in one year. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes that would indicate odometer tampering or prolonged periods of disuse. The low annual mileage points to short urban journeys, which can be harder on components like the exhaust catalytic converter, battery, and brake discs due to incomplete warm-up cycles and moisture accumulation. Buyers should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and steering, given the advisory for nearside track rod end play recorded in December 2025. While slight play falls short of a failure, it indicates the joint is wearing and should be checked for replacement before it progresses to excess play or causes uneven tyre wear. The December 2023 tyre cut advisory also warrants attention. Inspect all four tyre sidewalls for fresh cuts, bulges, or embedded objects, and examine the tread depths and wear patterns across both axles. Uneven wear on the inner edges would point to tracking or suspension geometry issues beyond the worn rod end. The presence of sill covers noted in the most recent test is worth verifying. These covers can conceal corrosion on the sill structural elements, a common problem on older Fiestas. A buyer should check behind or beneath these covers for bubbling paint, surface rust, or perforation, particularly along the lower door shuts and wheel arches. The exhaust system and catalytic converter deserve close scrutiny given the likelihood of short-trip use. Look for visible rust through the system, especially at joints and the rear box, and listen for blow or rattling that could indicate internal baffle deterioration. Brake discs and pads should be measured for thickness and checked for lipping or uneven wear, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from corrosion-induced binding or uneven pad deposition from infrequent harder braking.