2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · CE65 AAY

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT test on 21 November 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of clean passes stretching back through the 2024, 2023, 2022, and 2021 examinations. With five consecutive pass results and a complete absence of advisories, failed items, or recurring defect categories across the documented test history, the official record indicates a stable and well-maintained maintenance trend rather than any progressive deterioration. This consistency is particularly reassuring on a vehicle of this age, as the MOT history alone does not flag any component areas where wear has been advancing toward failure thresholds. Against an 11-year age span, the recorded 60,627 miles equates to an annual average of approximately 5,512 miles, which sits well below the typical mileage profile for a Ford Fiesta of this vintage and suggests either predominantly light-duty use or extended periods of standing between journeys. Such low annual mileage is generally favourable for major drivetrain components such as the engine, clutch, and gearbox, which experience less cumulative wear, but it introduces its own set of age-related risks. Irregular use can promote moisture accumulation in the engine oil, brake fluid degradation, and surface corrosion on brake discs from prolonged standing, as well as potential drying and perishing of rubber components that age regardless of mileage accumulation. Given the clean MOT record but the modest annual mileage, particular attention should be directed toward age-sensitive items during a physical inspection. The tyres warrant close examination for sidewall cracking, perishing, and checking of the DOT date code, as rubber compounds harden and deteriorate with calendar age even where tread depth remains legal; original-equipment specification replacements at eleven years old are entirely plausible. The 12-volt battery should be load-tested, as prolonged standing and short journeys accelerate sulphation and reduce cranking performance. Brake discs and calipers should be inspected for surface oxidation, binding sliders, and uneven pad wear, with the handbrake mechanism checked for seizure from infrequent use, while the exhaust system warrants a thorough visual check for corrosion at the mounting points, joints, and silencer, given that road salt exposure over eleven winters commonly degrades these components well before mileage-related wear thresholds are reached. Finally, the prospective buyer should verify the vehicle's full service history documentation, as low recorded mileage does not obviate the requirement for time-based servicing. Engine oil and filter changes should be confirmed at intervals not exceeding twelve months regardless of distance covered, and brake fluid, coolant, and gearbox oil should be changed on calendar-based schedules. On a test drive, listen for any suspension clunks or knocking over uneven surfaces, which could indicate perished bushes or weak coil springs typical of an older supermini, and feel for any brake shudder or pulling under heavy application that might suggest corroded or warped discs. Confirm that the cooling system holds pressure, the instrument cluster is free from warning lamps, and the heating and ventilation system functions correctly, as these ancillary checks complement the clean MOT record and provide a more complete picture of the vehicle's true roadworthiness.