2015 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · GD15 GPY

The most recent DVSA MOT test, conducted on 11 July 2026, resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, continuing a steady run of uneventful annual tests back to 2025 and 2024. The 2023 test also passed but carried an advisory for slightly worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes, a finding that was repeated alongside additional advisories at the 2022 test. Reviewing the broader history, the maintenance trend is best described as stable and reassuringly consistent in the most recent period, though the earlier 2021 failure relating to exhaust gas composition and lambda sensor readings points to a past emissions or catalyst issue that appears to have since resolved. The recurrence of the rear bush advisory across two consecutive tests is a minor area worth monitoring, but the absence of any structural corrosion, brake, or suspension advisories on subsequent passes suggests the vehicle has been reasonably maintained. With 109,110 miles recorded over approximately eleven years, this Ford Fiesta averages around 9,919 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the typical annual mileage bracket for a vehicle of its age and class. The mileage progression between tests appears consistent and uninterrupted, with no obvious gaps that would suggest long periods of standing or, conversely, any sudden spikes that might indicate inconsistent odometer readings or rapid accumulation. For a Fiesta of this vintage and mileage, the mechanical implications are primarily focused on routine wear items such as clutches, brake discs and pads, tyres, and timing belt or chain service intervals depending on the engine variant fitted, all of which should have been addressed multiple times by now. The advisory for slightly worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes, noted at both the 2022 and 2023 tests, relates to the trailing arm bushes that locate the rear beam axle. Although classed as only slightly worn at the time of those inspections, these components are prone to progressive deterioration and can subsequently contribute to rear-end instability, vague steering response, and audible clonking or knocking over uneven surfaces. On a test drive, pay particular attention to any knocking from the rear suspension when traversing speed bumps or potholes, and check for uneven rear tyre wear which is often the first visible symptom of worn trailing arm or swivel pin bushes. The nearside front wheel distortion advisory and nail in tyre from 2022 are isolated items that should have been resolved at the time, but it remains prudent to inspect both front wheels for cracks, buckling, or signs of kerbing damage, and to confirm the current tyres are in good condition with no embedded debris or bulges. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, several age-related items merit physical inspection regardless of the MOT outcome. Tyre sidewalls should be examined closely for perishing or cracking, as eleven-year-old rubber compounds can degrade even with adequate tread depth, and any tyres manufactured before 2020 should be regarded with caution. The 12V battery is highly likely to be approaching the end of its service life and should be load tested, particularly as intermittent short trips can accelerate sulphation. Brake discs should be inspected for corrosion ridges on the outer edges and for any signs of binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been stood for extended periods between uses. Coolant, brake fluid, and gearbox oil are all time-sensitive and should be confirmed as recently refreshed according to manufacturer schedules, and the underside should be examined for any fluid leaks, weeping coolant hoses, or corrosion to subframe and suspension components that would not necessarily be flagged during a standard MOT inspection.