2014 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · BN64 RXA

The 2014 Ford Fiesta presents a clean MOT history in its most recent tests, with the April 2026 entries—both passed and failed—showing no defects recorded at 72,803 miles. This suggests the vehicle has maintained a stable roadworthiness status over the past two years, with no recurring advisories or failures tied to mechanical wear. The absence of defects in the latest tests, despite two consecutive submissions, implies either meticulous upkeep or a vehicle that has aged well without major component degradation. However, the repeated failures at identical mileages (68,907 and 68,909 miles in March 2025) are unusual and may indicate administrative errors or an owner who resubmitted without addressing underlying issues. Without advisories, there’s no evidence of neglect, but the lack of a 2019–2024 MOT record leaves a critical gap—nearly six years—where maintenance patterns remain unrecorded. The Fiesta’s mileage accumulation—6,067 miles per year—is typical for its age, neither excessively high nor alarmingly low. The most recent MOT at 72,803 miles in April 2026 follows a gap of just over a year since the previous test at 68,909 miles in April 2025, suggesting consistent but not aggressive usage. The absence of earlier records (2019–2024) is striking; this could mean the vehicle was exempt from testing (e.g., kept off the road for extended periods) or that the owner neglected MOTs entirely. If the latter, it raises questions about whether routine servicing was also overlooked. The 2018 test at 31,166 miles shows the car was actively used and passed without issues, but the subsequent six-year void is a red flag for buyers—it’s impossible to verify if critical components like suspension bushes, brake hoses, or exhaust systems were serviced or deteriorated undetected. For a buyer, the primary focus should be on components not covered by MOT checks but prone to silent failure over six years of unrecorded use. Inspect the suspension for worn bushes, sagging coil springs, or uneven tyre wear, as these often degrade without immediate symptoms. Check brake fluid condition and test for binding calipers or uneven disc thickness, especially if the owner hasn’t maintained a consistent servicing schedule. Structural corrosion—particularly around wheel arches, sills, and exhaust mounts—should be scrutinised, as rust can compromise safety long before it’s visible. The exhaust system, while not always MOT-tested, may have degraded; listen for rattles or check for loose mounts. Tyres, though not flagged here, should meet legal tread depths and show no signs of dry rot or uneven wear. Given the clean recent MOTs, the Fiesta appears mechanically sound if it has been properly maintained—but the six-year testing gap demands thorough due diligence before purchase.