2015 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · FP15 XSZ

This 2015 Ford Fiesta presents a roadworthiness profile that is unusually sparse on hard data, with every recorded test since 2024 returning zero advisories and zero recorded defects. The most recent entry on 9 February 2026 shows a pass with a clean sheet, mirrored by the 2025 and 2024 tests, yet the failure entries on those same dates with no recorded defects warrant scrutiny. When a test outcome is logged as a fail on the DVSA system but no advisory or failure items are associated with it, this typically points to either a refusal to test, an aborted inspection, or a rectification carried out before the items were formally recorded. A prospective buyer should request the original MOT certificates or a printout from the testing station to clarify why two fail codes appear against otherwise defect-free inspections. Mechanically, this leaves the picture ambiguous rather than reassuring, and the absence of any recorded wear items across the entire history means there is no MOT-level evidence of component condition to lean on. With 66,719 miles recorded over an 11-year life, this Fiesta averages roughly 6,000 miles per year, which sits comfortably within expected parameters for a small hatchback used as a daily runabout. There is no significant mileage gap between the 2024, 2025, and 2026 tests, each separated by approximately one year, which suggests the vehicle has been in regular use rather than laid up for extended periods. That continuity is a positive indicator for a Fiesta of this age, as the 1.0 EcoBoost and 1.25 petrol engines fitted to this generation are known to suffer from coolant leaks and timing belt degradation when subjected to short, infrequent journeys. A consistent annual mileage pattern argues against the cold-start wear and oil seal drying-out that typically plague low-use cars of this vintage. Given the complete absence of recorded advisories across all three test cycles, a physical inspection becomes especially important, because MOT data alone offers no early warning of wear trends. On a test drive, pay close attention to the front suspension, particularly the lower wishbone bushes and anti-roll bar drop links, which are common failure points on sixth and seventh-generation Fiestas of this age and frequently begin to knock or clunk over speed humps before any play becomes visible on a ramp. Listen for any clonking from the rear beam axle bushes over undulating roads, as the integral rear suspension on this model can bush out silently in the MOT bay but betray itself under load. Steering should remain centred and free of vagueness; any rattle through the column or juddering through the wheel under braking would suggest worn top mounts or warped front discs, both of which are routine consumables on a car approaching the upper end of typical Fiesta service life. The braking system should be evaluated with the engine off, as a Fiesta with 66,000 miles will commonly have front pads nearing the end of their second set and discs beginning to lip. Pump the pedal several times after switching off to check for a soft, spongy feel that could indicate a failing master cylinder seal rather than fresh fluid. Inspect the underside for any signs of oil residue around the cam cover gasket and the oil filter housing, both well-documented sources of minor leaks on the Sigma and EcoBoost engines that seldom trigger MOT failure but can mask a slow oil consumption issue. Finally, verify that the recent failure-on-test entries can be explained by the seller in writing, and confirm that the mileage figures trace continuously through the V5C logbook, as the gap between documented testing and the blank failure records is the single most important loose end to tie up before committing to purchase.