2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · AX16 DBZ

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a recent passing result in the October 2025 test at 47,705 miles. While the tester flagged a cut in the nearside front tyre, the defect did not reach the ply or cords, indicating it remained within legal tolerances. The absence of defects in the November 2024 test at 42,503 miles suggests a period of consistent upkeep. The mileage history shows a low-use pattern, averaging approximately 4,770 miles per year over its ten-year lifespan. The progression from 15,615 miles in May 2019 to 47,705 miles in October 2025 reflects light, consistent usage rather than long periods of inactivity. This low mileage reduces wear on drivetrain components but can sometimes lead to tyre perishing due to age rather than tread wear. The MOT history reveals a recurring trend regarding tyre condition and sidewall integrity. The November 2023 test at 37,130 miles resulted in a failure due to a fractured offside rear coil spring and multiple tyre defects, including cracking, perishing, and wear close to the legal limit. While the spring issue was resolved, the repeated advisories for tyre degradation across 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023 suggest the vehicle may spend significant time stationary, causing rubber to perish. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres, specifically looking for sidewall cracking or age-related perishing that may not trigger an immediate MOT failure. Given the previous failure of the offside rear coil spring, a close examination of the rear suspension assembly for signs of corrosion or further component fatigue is advisable. Checking the condition of the suspension bushes and shock absorbers would also be prudent to ensure the low mileage has not resulted in seized components.