2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · FH16 ACY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a clear improving trend following a maintenance intervention. The most recent test in February 2026 at 55,259 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the previous mechanical issues have been addressed. This follows a clean pass in February 2025, suggesting the current owner maintains the car to a standard that avoids the failures seen in earlier years. At 55,259 miles over ten years, the Ford Fiesta averages approximately 5,500 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for its age. There is a notable three-year gap between August 2022 and August 2025 where the vehicle covered only 13,105 miles, followed by a more rapid increase of 3,733 miles in the final year. This low-mileage profile suggests light use but can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and brake hardware if the car sits stationary for long periods between those annual tests. A buyer should specifically inspect the suspension geometry and braking assembly. The August 2022 failure and subsequent pass flagged worn rear inner axle swivel pins and bushes on both sides. While these were cleared, any clunking or uneven tyre wear during a test drive would indicate the fault has returned. The history of thin brake pads and marginal tyre wear in 2021 and 2022 indicates a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive replacement, so the current depth of the brake pads and the condition of the tyre sidewalls require close verification.