2016 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · BK65 PDV
2016 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2016. Recorded mileage 75,673 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,673 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BK65 PDV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/01/2026
- 75,673 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
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BK65 PDV MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Fiesta (BK65 PDV) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
BK65 PDV Mileage History
- 24/01/202349,305 mi
- 24/01/202457,273 mi+7,968 mi
- 25/01/202457,274 mi+1 mi
- 21/01/202566,025 mi+8,751 mi
- 20/01/202675,673 mi+9,648 mi
Average of roughly 8,820 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
This 2016 Ford Fiesta 1.25 petrol in bla
The 2024 MOT failure is the main talking point. The front brake pads were found to be under 1.5 mm thick, which is a wear item that should have been replaced regardless, so confirm with the seller whether this work has been carried out and whether the front discs were checked at the same time. The brake fluid was close to minimum, which is typically resolved with a fluid change, and the headlamp aim issue is usually a simple adjustment. Ask to see invoices for any post-failure repair work; the clean pass less than 24 hours later suggests remedial work was completed. The 2024 advisory for a nearside front tyre cut and the 2023 advisory for tyre wear on the same wheel suggest that tyre replacement on the nearside front has been needed more than once, so inspect the current tyres closely for uneven wear. As this is a 1.25-litre variant, verify that the timing chain (where fitted) and clutch feel are healthy, and request any service history documentation.
The 1.25-litre petrol Fiesta typically returns around 45-55 mpg in real-world driving, depending on whether it's the 60 or 82 bhp variant. Road tax for a 2016 Fiesta 1.25 falls into a relatively modest band, generally under £170 per year, though you should confirm the exact CO2 figure with the seller. Insurance is one of the Fiesta's strong suits, with most variants sitting in groups 4-7, making this an appealing choice for younger or budget-conscious drivers. Typical annual maintenance tends to be low, though a brake pad and disc refresh at this mileage should be budgeted. Estimated annual running costs are £1,200-£1,500 covering fuel, tax, insurance and routine servicing.
Given the front brake pad failure recorded in January 2024, physically inspect the front pads and discs through the wheels for wear, scoring or lipping, and ask when they were last changed. The nearside front tyre has now featured in two advisories in three years (a cut in 2024 and edge wear in 2023), so check the current nearside front tyre for uneven wear patterns that might suggest a tracking or suspension issue, perhaps a worn wishbone bush or top mount. The headlamp aim failure in 2024 was on both lamps, so verify the headlamp levelling mechanism and adjusters work correctly and that no condensation is present inside the units. On the broader model, the aggregate data flags headlamp, exhaust and coil spring as the most common failure points for the Fiesta, so inspect the exhaust for corrosion (common on cars kept outdoors), and bounce each corner to listen for coil spring noise. A cold start will reveal any chain rattle or idle issues.
Registered BK65PDV in January 2016, this 1.25-litre petrol Fiesta has covered 75,673 miles across five recorded MOT tests. The vehicle has passed four tests and failed one, giving a pass rate of 80%, which sits marginally above the 77.7% average for this model across the 1,516,946 Fiestas analysed. Mileage of roughly 7,800 miles per year is moderately above the model's 5,770-mile average. The most recent test in January 2026 returned a clean pass with no advisories or failures, suggesting the vehicle is currently in roadworthy condition.
Across 1,516,946 Ford Fiestas analysed, the average MOT pass rate of 77.7% places the model in a middling position among UK superminis, with headlamp issues, exhaust problems and coil spring failures being the most common reasons for test failure.
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