2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · CV65 CVR

The vehicle's most recent MOT outcome on 10 April 2026 is a pass with no defects recorded, which is a positive immediate indicator. However, examining the broader history shows a pattern of recurring minor electrical failures and persistent advisory items that warrant closer attention. The same April 2026 test initially failed on a nearside rear stop lamp not working due to a 21/5 watt bulb failure, and the 2024 test failed on an offside front headlamp dipped beam bulb. These are relatively trivial consumable items, but the repetition suggests the owner has not adopted a preventative bulb replacement strategy, which is typical of a vehicle entering its twelfth year. More materially, advisory items recorded in 2025 concerning perished rear axle bushes, front brake pads on the 1.5 mm wear limit, and heavily lipped and corroded front brake discs indicate that the vehicle is on the cusp of significant mechanical expenditure. The trend across 2023, 2024 and 2025 is one of gradual deterioration rather than acute decline, but the absence of recorded advisories on the latest pass simply means those existing advisories have likely been resolved or have progressed silently. With 67,293 miles recorded over approximately eleven years, this Fiesta has covered roughly 6,100 miles annually, which is entirely typical for a vehicle of its age and class. There are no conspicuous mileage gaps that would suggest prolonged periods of standing, nor any evidence of rapid accumulation that would imply motorway commuting or fleet use. This average annual mileage implies moderate wear on mechanical components such as the clutch, which is commonly a wear item in manual Fiestas, and general age-related degradation of rubber, plastic and electrical components. The combination of average mileage and advancing calendar age means that calendar-sensitive items will be of greater concern than high-mileage wear items. The recurring rear axle bush deterioration, flagged in both 2024 and 2025, is the most consistent advisory in the file and warrants particular scrutiny. Perished rear axle bushes on a Fiesta typically manifest as a vague rear-end instability over bumps, a clonking noise from the rear suspension during low-speed manoeuvres, or uneven tyre wear across the rear axle. A prospective buyer should physically examine the tyres for uneven shoulder wear and, where possible, have the rear axle located on a ramp to assess the bushes for cracking, splitting or excessive movement. Additionally, although the 2023 test recorded a fractured nearside rear coil spring as a major failure, there is no recurrence of this in subsequent tests. A fractured coil spring is a serious structural defect that can cause sudden loss of vehicle control, and the replacement should be verified along with the opposite rear spring, as coil springs often fail in pairs due to comparable fatigue. On a test drive, listen for any metallic knocking or harsh impact noises from the rear suspension, particularly over uneven surfaces, and inspect the nearside rear wheel arch for any signs of tyre contact with the bodywork which would indicate a missing or broken spring. Given that the front brake pads were recorded at 1.5 mm in May 2025, they will almost certainly have been replaced since and the discs, noted as heavily lipped and rusty, should have been monitored. A prospective buyer should confirm that the discs were either re-surfaced or replaced at the same time as the pads, as fitting new pads to heavily lipped discs can cause juddering under braking and accelerated pad wear. On a test drive, any vibration or shuddering through the steering wheel under firm pedal application should be taken as confirmation that the discs require replacement. Beyond the recorded history, a vehicle of this age and typical usage warrants general inspection of the timing belt or chain service interval, the condition of the auxiliary drive belt, the age and state of charge of the 12V battery, and confirmation that the coolant and brake fluid have been changed in line with manufacturer service schedules. The coolant should be replaced every five years and brake fluid every two years regardless of mileage, due to hygroscopic degradation, and verification through the service book is recommended. Finally, inspect the tyres themselves for age-related sidewall perishing or cracking, which is a common MOT failure on lower-mileage but older vehicles, and ensure all dashboard warning lamps extinguish promptly after engine start.