2016 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · DF65 WVN

The 2016 Ford Fiesta’s most recent MOT test on 2025-08-08 confirms it remains roadworthy at 91,816 miles, with no defects or advisories recorded across the past three consecutive tests. This consistency suggests the vehicle has been maintained at a baseline standard, though the absence of any warnings—even for wear items like tyres or brakes—implies the tester did not identify any critical issues at the time. The lack of recurring failures or advisories over the past two years indicates no obvious pattern of neglect or impending mechanical failure, though this does not preclude hidden issues. The final pass date is just over a year ago, which is within the standard MOT validity period, but buyers should verify whether the vehicle has undergone any private servicing or repairs since then. The recorded mileage progression shows a steady accumulation of approximately 9,182 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no unusual gaps or spikes in mileage between tests, with the most recent interval covering 3,412 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. The only anomaly is the duplicate MOT entry for 2023-07-13, where both a pass and a fail are listed at the same mileage—this appears to be an administrative error rather than a reflection of the vehicle’s condition. The absence of any advisory notes in prior tests means even minor wear items such as suspension bushes or brake pads were not flagged as requiring attention at the time of inspection. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear components that are not routinely checked during an MOT. The suspension—particularly the rear coil springs and bushes—should be examined for excessive play or corrosion, as these are common failure points in Fiestas of this age. Brake discs and calipers warrant close scrutiny, especially if the vehicle has been driven hard or in stop-start conditions, as binding or uneven wear could develop without being detected in a basic MOT. Additionally, the subframe and wheel arches should be inspected for signs of structural corrosion, which often goes unnoticed until it compromises rigidity or alignment. Finally, the exhaust system should be checked for leaks or rust-through, as these are frequently overlooked until they become safety-critical. The lack of advisories does not guarantee these areas are flawless, but it does suggest they have not yet reached a stage where they would fail an MOT.