2014 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · FP14 RUV

The 2014 Ford Fiesta presents a stable mechanical condition, culminating in a pass at its most recent MOT on 14 August 2025 at 93,179 miles. The maintenance trend remains consistent, with the vehicle passing its annual assessments, albeit requiring re-tests on two occasions. Notably, the record shows a failed test on 13 August 2025 at 93,176 miles immediately preceding the pass, yet no defects are listed for either entry. This pattern repeats from the previous year, where a failed test on 28 May 2024 at 84,652 miles preceded a pass on 4 June 2024 at 84,660 miles, again without recorded defects. While the lack of documented defects on a failed test is anomalous within DVSA records, the subsequent passes confirm the vehicle met required standards shortly after. At twelve years old with 93,179 miles on the clock, the Fiesta has covered roughly 7,765 miles annually, a typical mileage profile for a small hatchback. The mileage accumulation between tests remains steady and unremarkable. Between the April 2023 test at 77,454 miles and the May 2024 test at 84,652 miles, the car covered 7,198 miles over thirteen months. The following year, it accumulated 8,508 miles between June 2024 and August 2025 over fourteen months. The minimal three-mile jump between the 2025 fail and pass confirms the vehicle was driven only to and from the testing station for the re-inspection. Given the absence of recorded defects across the entire MOT history, there are no specific recurring mechanical or structural faults to target. A pre-purchase inspection should focus on typical wear items for a twelve-year-old Fiesta. Examine the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, and check the brake discs and calipers for corrosion or binding, common issues in this mileage bracket. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks or corrosion, and assess the structural integrity of the underbody and sills for rust. Verify the condition of the tyres and wiper blades, as these consumables fall outside the MOT's scope once passed but directly impact roadworthiness.