2015 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · FH64 WVC

This 2015 Ford Fiesta presents a largely favourable roadworthiness picture, anchored by a clean pass on its most recent MOT dated 23 January 2026 with no advisories or defects recorded. Across the four-year DVSA testing window, the vehicle has consistently met minimum statutory standards, with three outright passes and only one recorded failure. That single failure in January 2025 was attributable to a non-running offside front headlamp on dipped beam, a relatively minor electrical issue which appears to have been rectified immediately, as the same test date also carries a pass alongside it. The remaining advisories from January 2025 pertain to expected wear items on a vehicle of this age, suggesting that aside from the headlamp defect, the mechanical condition has remained stable and has not deteriorated between test cycles. With 69,011 miles recorded over an eleven-year life, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 6,274 miles annually, a rate that aligns closely with what one would expect for a small hatchback used for a mix of commuting and everyday duties. There are no unusual gaps in the testing record and no evidence of extended periods off the road, which means the suspension, braking, and drivetrain components have been subjected to consistent rather than sporadic use. This regular usage pattern is mechanically favourable, as it tends to prevent the seizing of brake calipers, the deterioration of tyre sidewalls through standing, and the drying out of rubber seals. The mileage progression suggests the clutch, gearbox, and engine internals have experienced typical levels of wear commensurate with the odometer reading rather than any abnormally harsh duty cycle. For a prospective buyer, the principal items worth scrutinising on inspection are those flagged in the 2025 advisories. The front brake discs were noted as worn, pitted, or scored, though not seriously weakened at that point, so it would be prudent to check the current disc thickness, surface condition, and pad life, listening on the test drive for any grinding or pulsation through the brake pedal under firm application. The offside front shock absorber was recorded as having light oil misting, which is often an early indicator of seal failure, so attention should be paid to any knocking from the front suspension over speed humps or uneven road surfaces, as well as any uneven tyre wear on the front axle that could suggest the damper is no longer damping effectively. The front tyres were also flagged for slight damage, cracking, or perishing in 2025, so a close visual examination of the sidewalls for any new cracking or bulges is warranted, alongside a check of the production dates. Given the vehicle's age and the fact that the brake disc advisory has been carried over without progression to a failure, the discs and pads may now be approaching a point where replacement is due, which is worth factoring into negotiation. Beyond these specific items, a general test drive should include careful attention to steering precision, any clonking from the front suspension linkages over broken tarmac, and the operation of all exterior lighting, particularly the offside dipped beam function that previously failed, to confirm the repair has been durable.