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2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · WV16 ABU

WV16 ABU

2016 Ford Fiesta (1.0L, petrol). First registered 04 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 30,870 miles. MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin
2016 · Bristol
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 25 Nov 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
30,870 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 25 Nov 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle presents an exceptionally clean MOT history with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 15 November 2025 at 30,870 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to March 2023, indicating a car that has been kept in a roadworthy condition without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is remarkably low for a ten year old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,087 miles per year. Between March 2023 and November 2025, the odometer rose from 26,795 to 30,870 miles, confirming a pattern of light usage. The record shows a brief anomaly on 26 March 2024 where the car failed and passed on the same day at 27,384 miles, though the lack of recorded defects suggests this was likely a clerical error or a minor administrative failure rather than a mechanical fault. Low mileage vehicles often suffer from deterioration caused by inactivity rather than wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting and check for binding calipers, as brakes can seize when a car sits for long periods. Rubber components, including tyre sidewalls and suspension bushes, should be checked for perishing or cracking regardless of the low tread wear. The absence of any structural corrosion or suspension advisories over the last three years is a positive indicator. However, the lack of recorded defects across multiple tests suggests a very light touch on maintenance. A physical inspection should verify that the engine oil and other essential fluids have been changed according to the manufacturer's time intervals, as low mileage does not remove the need for scheduled servicing.
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WV16 ABU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/11/2025
  • 30,870 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

WV16 ABU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Oct 2026, 22:22
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Fiesta (WV16 ABU) between March 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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WV16 ABU Mileage History

  1. 17/03/202326,795 mi
  2. 26/03/202427,384 mi+589 mi
  3. 26/03/202427,384 mi
  4. 26/11/202427,906 mi+522 mi
  5. 15/11/202530,870 mi+2,964 mi

Average of roughly 1,528 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
83
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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