2015 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · FM15 DEM

The 2015 Ford Fiesta presents a highly stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass on 13 May 2025 at 41,036 miles with zero defects recorded. This current MOT confirms the vehicle meets all structural and mechanical roadworthiness standards. The absence of any advisories or failures in the most recent test indicates diligent upkeep, though the record does feature a peculiar anomaly in April 2024 where a failure was logged on 2 April at 38,343 miles with no defects recorded, immediately followed by a clean pass on 3 April at the identical mileage. This suggests an aborted test or a minor rectification that required a retest, rather than a serious mechanical fault. The mileage accumulation reveals a distinct shift in usage patterns over the vehicle's eleven-year lifespan. Between March 2022 and April 2023, the Fiesta covered a modest 3,602 miles, reflecting the low annual average of roughly 3,700 miles typical of its age. However, the period from April 2023 to April 2024 saw a notable spike, with 8,160 miles added in a single year, before dropping back to 2,693 miles over the following twelve months. This irregular accumulation—swinging from light use to a sudden high-mileage year and back again—could indicate a change in ownership or a temporary shift to longer commutes, but the overall low mileage mitigates typical wear on drivetrain components. Despite the pristine MOT record, a buyer must inspect the vehicle physically to account for the implications of its low-mileage, sporadic usage. Extended periods of standing can cause brake calipers to bind and rubber suspension bushes to perish prematurely, even if the discs and pads appear visually adequate. Check the condition of the exhaust system for corrosion, as short-journey driving prevents moisture from evaporating, accelerating rust formation. Inspect the tyre sidewalls for cracking, as the rubber ages regardless of tread depth. While the structural integrity appears sound based on the clean passes, verifying the condition of the coil springs and anti-roll bar links will confirm whether the suspension has suffered from prolonged static loading rather than dynamic wear.