2016 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · ET16 MZF

The most recent MOT test on 27 June 2025 at 80,247 miles returned a pass with a single advisory for a slightly damaged nearside rear tyre showing cracking or perishing. This represents an improvement from the previous two years where multiple advisories were recorded. The overall maintenance trend appears stable to mildly improving, with no serious mechanical failures in the past three testing cycles and the 2022 failure items fully rectified before the subsequent pass. Mileage accumulation has been remarkably consistent. From 60,228 miles in June 2022 to 67,087 miles in June 2023 represents 6,859 miles, followed by 6,698 miles to June 2024, then 6,462 miles to June 2025. This steady annual pattern of approximately 6,500 miles indicates regular use without prolonged periods of standing. The total of 80,247 miles over roughly ten years sits at the lower end of average for a vehicle of this age, suggesting predominantly urban or suburban use rather than sustained motorway mileage. No mileage discrepancies or suspicious gaps appear in the recorded history. The 2022 failure demands closer attention. On 29 June 2022 at 60,228 miles, the tester identified excessive play in the nearside front outer track rod end ball joint alongside worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes on both sides. These are not trivial faults. Track rod end failure compromises steering precision and alignment, while worn swivel pins and bushes indicate deterioration in the rear suspension linkage that can affect tyre wear and handling stability. The fact these items were addressed and the vehicle passed the following day suggests prompt remedial action, though the simultaneous failure of multiple suspension components at 60,000 miles hints at earlier neglect or exposure to poor road surfaces. A prospective buyer should inspect the front steering components carefully, particularly track rod ends and rack condition, as the 2022 failure may indicate accelerated wear in the steering system. The recurring rear axle swivel pin and bush advisories in 2022, though not repeated subsequently, warrant examination of whether genuine replacement occurred or merely adjustment. Brake discs flagged in 2024 at 73,785 miles as worn but not excessively require checking at this mileage to assess if replacement has since been carried out. The tyre perishing noted in 2025 suggests rubber components may be ageing; inspect all tyres including the spare for sidewall cracking. Given the consistent mileage pattern, mechanical wear should be predictable rather than catastrophic, but verification of suspension and steering integrity remains essential before purchase.