2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · EO60 ACJ

The 2010 Ford Fiesta presents a currently roadworthy status, having passed the most recent MOT on 5 March 2026 at 85,439 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history, with every annual test either passing or failing on administrative grounds rather than mechanical fault. The DVSA record shows no advisories, no corrosion, and no worn suspension bushes or brake components flagged at any stage. Mileage sits at 85,439 against a 16-year lifespan, equating to roughly 5,340 miles per year, which is low for the age. The car covered only 2,972 miles between the March 2024 test at 73,711 miles and the March 2025 test at 76,783 miles, then added 8,656 miles by March 2026. Such low annual use with a recent uptick suggests long periods of standing followed by lighter current commuting. The record is sparse and clean, offering no evidence of neglected consumables or deferred repairs. Both failures on 11 March 2025 at 76,759 miles and 5 March 2026 at 85,432 miles carry no recorded defects, indicating the tester rejected the vehicle on documentation or identification grounds rather than roadworthiness. A buyer should still confirm the V5C and test certificate align with those dates. Given the age, inspect underneath for structural rust on sills and subframes, check suspension arms and coil springs for perishing, and verify brake discs and calipers are free from binding after the standing periods. The low mileage and clean pass history imply previous owners kept basic upkeep current, though the twin no-defect failures point to administrative slip rather than mechanical care. A pre-purchase inspection should prioritise tyre sidewall condition and exhaust emissions, as these are common on cars left idle. The Fiesta remains a sound used proposition on the evidence of its MOT trail.