2016 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · BL16 PDU
2016 Ford Fiesta (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2016. Recorded mileage 49,374 miles. MOT expired on 22 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Jan 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,374 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BL16 PDU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/01/2025
- 49,374 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BL16 PDU MOT History
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 (BL16 PDU) between January 2023 and January 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Front Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”.
BL16 PDU Mileage History
- 11/01/202343,005 mi
- 20/01/202446,200 mi+3,195 mi
- 23/01/202446,230 mi+30 mi
- 18/01/202549,273 mi+3,043 mi
- 21/01/202549,374 mi+101 mi
Average of roughly 3,139 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution. While the mileage
Prioritise a check of the braking system and rear suspension. You should specifically ask for evidence that the rear axle swivel pins and bushes, which were flagged as worn in January 2023 and January 2024, have been replaced, as these are long-term advisories.
Verify the nature of the repairs carried out in January 2024 and January 2025 to address the parking brake efficiency and handbrake lever play. Ensure that the offside rear tyre, which caused failures in two consecutive years, has been replaced with a quality tyre rather than a temporary repair.
The 1.6L petrol engine provides a balance of performance and efficiency, though it will be more expensive to run than the smaller 1.0L variants. Insurance groups for the Fiesta are generally accessible, and the 2016 model year typically falls into a moderate road tax bracket.
Maintenance costs for this model are usually kept low due to the widespread availability of parts and the number of garages capable of servicing Ford vehicles. Expect typical annual costs for fuel, tax, and insurance to be the primary expenses.
Carefully test the handbrake to ensure it holds firmly on an incline, as this vehicle has failed on parking brake efficiency in both January 2024 and January 2025. Inspect the offside rear tyre for any signs of bulging or poor-quality replacement, following the repeated MOT failures for tyre damage.
Ask a mechanic to inspect the rear axle swivel pins and bushes. These have been listed as 'slightly worn' on the MOT record since January 2023; if they have not been replaced, they may now require attention to prevent further deterioration.
This blue 2016 Ford Fiesta 1.6 petrol has recorded 49,374 miles as of January 2025, which is consistent with the model's average annual usage. The MOT history shows a series of failures in 2024 and 2025, primarily focused on the parking brake efficiency and tyre damage. There are also persistent advisories regarding worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes dating back to early 2023.
The Ford Fiesta has an average MOT pass rate of 77.7%, with common aggregate failure points including headlamps, exhausts, and coil springs.
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