2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · CU64 PVP

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 13 August 2025 with no advisories or defects recorded, which is a positive immediate indicator of roadworthy condition. Looking back through the available test history, the pattern is broadly consistent and reassuring: passes were issued in August 2023, August 2022, and a further pass was logged on 24 July 2024 following a same-day failure that recorded no specific defects. The failure entry is unusual in that no advisories are listed, which typically suggests an administrative or retest situation rather than a substantive mechanical issue, but it is worth confirming with the seller or DVSA that no component-level reasons were omitted. Overall, the maintenance trend appears stable, with no recurring component failures or advisory patterns emerging over the four most recent test cycles, suggesting the vehicle has been maintained to a satisfactory standard in the years leading up to its latest assessment. With 79,878 miles recorded over approximately twelve years, the vehicle has covered an average of around 6,650 miles annually. This figure is broadly typical for a small hatchback of this age, indicating neither excessive high-mileage wear nor prolonged periods of standing. That said, twelve years is a considerable calendar age regardless of odometer reading, and time-based degradation of components such as rubber seals, coolant, brake fluid, and electrical items will still be relevant. There are no significant mileage gaps visible between test entries that would suggest long periods of inactivity, although the absence of an MOT test entry between August 2022 and July 2024 does coincide with a possible period of reduced use or perhaps a change in testing cycle; this should be considered when evaluating age-related deterioration. Given the clean advisory record, a prospective buyer should focus inspection efforts on the age and condition of consumables and rubber components rather than chasing specific flagged defects. Tyres warrant particular attention: check the sidewalls carefully for perishing or cracking caused by age rather than just tread depth, as twelve-year-old sidewalls can deteriorate even with reasonable remaining tread. Examine all visible rubber components including suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and steering rack gaiters for signs of hardening, splitting, or oil leakage. The brake system should be visually inspected for disc corrosion, particularly on the rear drums or discs which can suffer from standing rust or binding calipers if the vehicle has seen periods of inactivity; a test drive should include moderate brake applications to detect any juddering or pulling to one side, and a listen for any scraping or grinding noises that could indicate worn pads against corroded discs. The 12-volt battery is another priority item given the vehicle's age; a battery nearing the end of its service life may start the engine sluggishly in cooler conditions, so confirm the battery's age stamp and test its resting voltage where possible. All fluid conditions should be verified regardless of mileage: brake fluid is hygroscopic and should ideally have been changed every two years, coolant systems benefit from periodic renewal to prevent internal corrosion, and the manual transmission or clutch hydraulic fluid should be checked for clarity and correct level. On a thorough test drive, listen for suspension clonks over uneven surfaces which can indicate worn strut top mounts or wishbone bushes, and monitor for any warning lights on the instrument cluster, particularly the engine management light which could indicate underlying sensor or emissions issues not picked up at MOT. Finally, confirm a full service history with documented timing belt or chain replacement intervals, as the Ford Fiesta of this era uses a timing belt which typically requires renewal around every 100,000 miles or ten years, meaning this vehicle may be approaching that service threshold and the cost should be factored into any purchase decision.