2016 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · ET16 NHY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of minor mechanical instability. The most recent test on 17 June 2025 at 22,017 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in the previous year have been rectified. This suggests a proactive maintenance approach where the current owner addresses specific failures immediately to return the vehicle to a clean state for subsequent testing. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old Fiesta, averaging approximately 2,200 miles annually. Between June 2022 at 17,256 miles and June 2025 at 22,017 miles, the car covered only 4,761 miles. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, the long periods of inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals. The data shows consistent annual usage patterns without any sudden spikes in accumulation. A physical inspection should focus on the rear suspension and tyre condition. The failure on 20 June 2024 at 19,989 miles was caused by both fractured nearside and offside rear coil springs. While these were replaced, the simultaneous failure of both sides suggests the components may have suffered from age-related corrosion or fatigue while stationary. Additionally, the 2023 test noted nails in both rear tyres, which indicates a history of road debris damage. The buyer should check the current tyres for sidewall cracking or flat spotting resulting from the low-usage profile.