2014 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · EF63 YKX

The 2014 Ford Fiesta currently holds a valid MOT certificate, passing its most recent test on 11 November 2025 at 103,243 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record contains irregularities requiring scrutiny. Notably, the vehicle failed an MOT on the same day it passed in November 2025, both recorded at exactly 103,243 miles with no defects listed for the failure. A similar pattern occurred in November 2024, where a failure at 82,494 miles preceded a pass at 82,496 miles the following day, again with no defects recorded for the failure. These entries suggest same-day retests, yet the absence of recorded defects on the failed tests is highly irregular and implies either a data recording anomaly at the test centre or an administrative error rather than a genuine mechanical fault. The vehicle's annualised mileage of roughly 8,600 miles aligns with typical usage for a twelve-year-old supermini. However, the recent history reveals a sharp acceleration in usage. Between the September 2024 test at 82,475 miles and the November 2025 test at 103,243 miles, the Fiesta covered over 20,700 miles in just fourteen months. This sudden spike in accumulation, nearly double the vehicle's historical average, indicates a shift from lighter local use to sustained high-speed or long-distance driving. Such a rapid increase places accelerated wear on consumables, suspension components, and the drivetrain, necessitating a thorough physical inspection of these areas despite the clean pass certificates. Given the anomalous test records and the recent surge in mileage, a prospective buyer must verify the vehicle's structural and mechanical condition firsthand. Focus the inspection on the undercarriage and suspension, checking for deteriorated suspension bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and weakened coil springs, which degrade faster under sustained heavy use. Examine the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or binding calipers, and scrutinise the exhaust system for corrosion or blowing joints. The MOT record offers no specific recurring faults to target, but the data inconsistencies warrant confirming the vehicle's identity and ensuring no hidden accident damage or structural rust was overlooked during the recent tests.