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2015 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · FD65 RJO

FD65 RJO

2015 Ford Fiesta (1.5L, diesel). First registered 21 Dec 2015. Recorded mileage 64,229 miles. MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin
2015 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 25 Jan 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
64,229 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
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Valid until 25 Jan 2027
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2015
Engine
1499cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The overall roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently poor, as evidenced by the persistent failure to pass the MOT test in both 2026 and 2025. The most recent test was conducted on 2026-01-22 at 64,229 miles, resulting in a failed score, which immediately flags a serious mechanical issue that has not been resolved since the previous year's inspection. This indicates a significant deterioration in the vehicle's mechanical condition that warrants immediate professional assessment. The mileage trend reveals a distinct gap in the vehicle's history, with the last recorded MOT passing occurring on 2024-01-10 at 52,241 miles. This absence of a passing result between the 2026-01-22 test and the 2024-01-10 test suggests that the vehicle has not undergone adequate maintenance since 2024, potentially leading to accelerated wear on critical components such as suspension bushings or brake discs. The rapid accumulation of miles since the last successful test indicates that the vehicle has been driven at high speeds or subjected to heavy loads without proper servicing, which is a primary risk factor for structural failure. Given the recurrent failure to pass the MOT and the lack of a passing result since 2024, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to identify any recurring faults in suspension bushings, brake discs, or structural integrity. The history of two consecutive failed tests in the same month, with no recorded defects, suggests that the primary concern is likely a binding condition on the suspension or a failure in the braking system, which could compromise the vehicle's safety and legal roadworthiness.
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FD65 RJO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/01/2026
  • 64,229 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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FD65 RJO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 06:41
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Ford Fiesta (FD65 RJO) between January 2024 and January 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 22 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Steering (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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FD65 RJO Mileage History

  1. 10/01/202452,241 mi
  2. 10/01/202452,241 mi
  3. 23/01/202558,952 mi+6,711 mi
  4. 22/01/202664,228 mi+5,276 mi
  5. 22/01/202664,229 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 5,892 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
53
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Valid MOT
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Average MOT pass rate (60%)
1 dangerous defects found recently
Outstanding recall notice
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