2016 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · DS66 MBU

The 2016 Ford Fiesta has maintained a clean MOT history with no defects recorded across five consecutive tests, most recently passing on 4 November 2025 at 29,160 miles. This suggests a stable roadworthiness trend with no recurring issues or advisories to indicate neglect or mechanical instability. The absence of any advisory notes—even for minor wear items like suspension bushes or brake pads—implies that previous owners adhered to basic maintenance intervals, though this does not preclude hidden wear beyond MOT scope. The recorded mileage of 29,160 miles over nine years (2016–2025) averages approximately 3,240 miles annually, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. The gaps between tests are consistent at 4,000 miles, yet the gradual accumulation suggests prolonged periods of inactivity rather than heavy use. Notably, the 2021 test at 13,146 miles occurred just two months after the 2022 test at 16,200 miles, indicating a brief but significant mileage jump of 3,054 miles in under a year—potentially due to a change in ownership or usage pattern. The overall pattern lacks extreme wear indicators, but the low mileage could mask deferred maintenance on components not routinely inspected under MOT. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, as these are common wear items not always caught in basic MOT checks. The brakes, while not flagged, should be assessed for uneven pad thickness or glazing, especially if the vehicle has experienced sudden mileage spikes. Structural integrity—particularly the sills, wheel arches, and subframe—should be scrutinised for corrosion, as low mileage does not preclude environmental damage. Finally, the exhaust system and emissions controls warrant verification, as these are frequently overlooked in lightly used vehicles but can fail catastrophically if neglected.