2018 Ford Fiesta 1.1L Petrol · FH67 PDZ

A clean DVSA record on the surface, but the timing of the tests tells a more interesting mechanical story. The 2018 Ford Fiesta passed its most recent MOT on 2 October 2025 with no defects recorded, and the 2023 pass on 25 August was similarly clean. However, two test entries from September 2024 show a pass and a fail recorded on the same date, followed by another pass in October 2025 after a fail on 15 September 2025. While no specific defect categories were logged on any of these occasions, the back-to-back test and retest pattern is worth noting. Repeated short-interval failures with no recorded reasons can sometimes indicate intermittent issues such as bulb blowouts, washer fluid levels, or brake pad wear sitting just on the threshold, or it may simply reflect administrative retests for items remedied between appointments. Either way, the current roadworthiness status is favourable. Mileage of 78,623 across eight years equates to roughly 9,800 miles annually, sitting squarely in the middle of typical usage for a car of this age and segment. This is neither the low-mileage garage queen profile that invites concerns over dried seals and seized brakes, nor a high-mileage fleet pattern that accelerates wear on clutches, turbochargers, and suspension components. The annual accumulation is consistent with regular commuting or mixed private use. There are no extended gaps in the MOT history that would suggest prolonged lay-ups, and the continuity of testing from 2023 through to late 2025 indicates the vehicle has remained in active service throughout, which is positive for keeping seals, bushes, and brake components functioning as intended. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there is no specific component flagged for monitoring, but the recent test and retest activity still warrants a practical inspection. On a test drive, pay attention to brake pedal feel and response, as front discs and pads on a Fiesta of this mileage commonly approach replacement thresholds; any judder under braking or pulling to one side would suggest uneven pad wear or a binding caliper. Listen for clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed bumps and uneven roads, particularly from the anti-roll bar bushes and lower wishbone links, which are known wear items on this platform and can deteriorate quietly between MOTs. Given the mid-range mileage and clean advisory history, a thorough physical inspection remains sensible. Check the rear wheel arch liners and underbody for any surface corrosion, as Fiestas of this generation can develop rust around the fuel filler neck, rear axle, and exhaust hangers. Inspect the coolant and oil levels and condition, and look for any signs of oil misting around the engine cam cover, which is common on higher-mileage Ford EcoBoost units. Verify that all tyres are matched in age and have adequate tread, and confirm the service book history to ensure cambelt or timing chain intervals have been observed, as a missed service on an eight-year-old Fiesta can be far more costly than any minor MOT item.