2016 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · AV66 XFL

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, showing an improving trend following previous mechanical failures. The most recent test on 9 June 2025 at 145,324 miles resulted in no defects recorded, indicating that the issues identified in prior years have been addressed. This clean sheet represents a positive shift from the 2023 and 2024 records where the car failed to meet standards before eventually passing. At 145,324 miles, this ten-year-old Fiesta has covered an average of approximately 14,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent high-usage patterns, particularly the 6,239 miles driven between November 2023 and June 2024. This rate of accumulation places significant mechanical stress on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system. While the high mileage suggests heavy annual use, the lack of recorded advisories in the last two tests implies that the current owner has prioritized necessary repairs to keep the vehicle on the road. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry and braking hardware, as high mileage typically accelerates the wear of rubber bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers. Given the failures in 2023 and 2024, a specific check of the brake calipers for binding and disc thickness is advisable to ensure the previous faults were fully rectified rather than merely masked. Although the MOT record is currently clean, the high mileage demands a close look at the chassis for structural corrosion and the engine bay for fluid leaks that do not always trigger a standard MOT failure.