2015 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · EU65 ORC

This 2015 Ford Fiesta presents a notably clean roadworthiness record across its seven recorded MOT tests spanning 2021 to 2026, with the most recent examination on 3 June 2026 returning a pass with no defects or advisories noted. The only recorded failure in the entire history occurred on 20 January 2021, when a nearside rear coil spring was identified as fractured or broken — a Major defect under section 5.3.1 (b) (i). Notably, a pass was recorded on the same date, suggesting the component was rectified and the vehicle re-presented within hours or the same day, which is a common practice for straightforward suspension repairs. Beyond that isolated event, the subsequent five tests have all passed without a single advisory, indicating no progressive deterioration in braking, suspension, steering, exhaust, or lighting components has been flagged by the examining station in the past four years. The absence of corrosion advisories is particularly relevant for an eleven-year-old Fiesta, as this model generation is known to develop structural and subframe rust in later life. Against the benchmark of roughly 5,377 miles per year, this Fiesta sits firmly in the low-mileage bracket for its age, having accumulated only 59,151 miles over eleven years. There are no extended gaps in the testing record or unexplained mileage jumps between tests, suggesting the vehicle has been in continuous, albeit light, use rather than laid up for prolonged periods. Annual mileage accumulation is broadly consistent across the recorded tests, with the typical pattern showing between 3,000 and 7,000 miles added each year. Mechanically, this lighter usage profile typically translates to longer-lived brake friction material and discs, reduced wear on clutch and drivetrain components, and less strain on suspension bushes and ball joints. However, low annual mileage carries its own considerations: standing periods can encourage brake disc corrosion, dry out rubber suspension bushes, and allow moisture ingress into the braking system, even where the MOT record itself shows no current defects. Given the clean advisory history, a prospective buyer should focus the physical inspection on the items most likely to deteriorate with age and light use rather than mileage. Although no rear brake or brake line issues were flagged, it is worth inspecting the rear drum or disc assemblies for surface corrosion and verifying that the handbrake holds effectively on an incline, as light-use vehicles frequently suffer from seized rear caliper mechanisms or glazed friction material. The underside should be examined for any emerging corrosion around the rear axle mounting points, subframe, and suspension arms, as the Fiesta platform is known to develop surface and structural rust in these areas even where no advisory has yet been issued. During the test drive, listen for any knocking from the rear suspension over uneven surfaces, which could indicate perished bushes or weakened spring seats following the 2021 coil spring replacement, and pay attention to any clonking or instability from the front end over speed bumps. Inside the cabin, verify that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after engine start, that the cooling fan operates correctly, and check for any signs of coolant leak residue around the expansion tank or radiator, as these are common ageing-related issues on the 1.0 EcoBoost and 1.25 Sigma engines fitted to this generation. On the road, assess clutch bite point for any high engagement or slipping under load, confirm the steering remains centred with no pulling to either side, and ensure the gearshift selects cleanly across all ratios, as synchro wear can present even at modest mileages if the vehicle has seen significant urban stop-start use. Finally, confirm the timing belt or chain service interval — if fitted with the 1.0 EcoBoost, the wet belt should have been replaced at the manufacturer-specified interval regardless of the low recorded mileage, and any supporting documentation for this critical maintenance should be requested before purchase.