2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · EX65 KVT

A pattern of recurring front-end and braking component advisories defines the mechanical history of this 2015 Ford Fiesta, making the front axle and braking system the primary areas for buyer attention. Across the eight tests on record, advisories have clustered around front brake discs, front brake pipes, anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, and track rod end ball joints, suggesting progressive wear in the steering and suspension hardware typical of a Fiesta approaching its eleventh year. The most recent test on 10 November 2025 was a pass, but it carried advisories for both front brake discs being worn, pitted, or scored, and the previous test in September 2024 raised advisories for anti-roll bar linkage play, a corroded nearside front brake pipe, and a tyre cut. That September 2024 test followed an immediate failure for a non-functioning nearside headlamp on dipped beam, which was then corrected to pass the same day. The 2023 test also flagged slight play in both front track rod end ball joints, a steering component that warrants close physical inspection. The recorded mileage of 95,037 miles over approximately eleven years equates to an average accumulation of around 8,640 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age in regular use. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, with annual tests consistently recorded from 2019 through 2025, indicating the car has remained in continuous road use rather than being laid up for extended periods. The mileage progression between tests appears steady, which would be consistent with normal commuting and errand use rather than heavy motorway mileage or fleet-style high annual accumulation. The relatively even usage pattern, combined with the vehicle now sitting just below the 100,000 mile mark, means that wear items associated with mid-life components such as bushes, dampers, brake discs, and steering joints are likely to be approaching or past their replacement thresholds, as reflected in the advisory history. For a prospective buyer, a physical inspection should focus on the specific components that have appeared in the advisory record. The front brake discs should be examined for lipping, surface corrosion, and scoring, as both sides were flagged as pitted in November 2025, and on a test drive any vibration through the brake pedal or steering wheel under firm braking would suggest the discs are now beyond acceptable limits. The nearside front brake pipe should be inspected for corrosion or any evidence of temporary repairs such as excessive grease or sealant application, as noted in the 2024 advisory. Steering and suspension items deserve particular attention: the front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, previously flagged on the offside, should be checked for play by rocking the wheel at nine and three o'clock, and the front track rod ends, both flagged in 2023, should be examined for any renewed play or clunking under load. A test drive over uneven road surfaces should be used to listen for knocking from the front suspension, vague or wandering steering, and any binding or pulling that could indicate worn joints or bushes. Additional checks should cover the items raised as advisories that could have deteriorated since the last test. The nearside front tyre noted in 2024 should be inspected for any cuts or bulges, even if the original advisory described a shallow cut, as tyres degrade and any such damage can deepen over time. The headlamp that failed on dipped beam in September 2024 should be verified as fully functional across both dipped and main beam settings, and the nearside front inner road wheel, previously flagged as slightly distorted, should be checked for cracks, buckling, or run-out that could cause vibration at speed. Given the age and mileage, it would also be prudent to inspect the rear brake components, handbrake mechanism, exhaust system for corrosion or blowing joints, and underside structural areas for any surface rust, none of which have been raised in the MOT record to date but are typical concerns for a Fiesta of this vintage. The combination of the recorded advisories and the mileage profile suggests that budgeting for front brake discs, possible suspension linkage replacement, and general steering refresh work would be a reasonable expectation.