2014 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · GF64 FNH

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2014 Ford Fiesta was conducted on 11 February 2026 and the vehicle passed with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that on the day of inspection the car met the minimum statutory roadworthiness requirements. However, it is worth noting that the previous day, 10 February 2026, the vehicle failed its MOT under unspecified circumstances before subsequently passing on the retest. Earlier in its history, the car failed on 23 September 2023 and then passed later the same day, again with no defects formally recorded on either occasion. Because the DVSA records do not document any advisory items or specific failure reasons in this instance, the maintenance trend appears broadly stable, though the pattern of immediate-day retests at both 2023 and 2026 suggests the vehicle has been taken for testing with borderline preparation, and a prospective buyer should be cautious and seek clarity on what issues may have been addressed between those paired tests. With a recorded mileage of 164,443 miles over a twelve-year life, this Fiesta is running at an average of roughly 13,700 miles per year, which is notably above the typical annual mileage for a small supermini of its age. This level of sustained use means that consumable components such as brake pads, discs, tyres, drive belts, and suspension bushes will have endured considerable service life, and the drivetrain including clutch, gearbox synchros, and engine internal wear will reflect high overall utilisation. There are no significant gaps evident in the testing pattern, suggesting the vehicle has been in regular active service rather than left standing for extended periods, which is generally positive for avoiding standing-related corrosion but does increase wear-related mechanical fatigue. Given the high mileage and the age of the vehicle, several practical physical checks are strongly advisable before purchase. The brake system should be carefully inspected for wear, as front discs and pads on a high-mileage Fiesta are commonly near or beyond their second replacement, with symptoms on test drive including brake shudder under heavy application, a soft or spongy pedal feel, or pulling to one side which could indicate a binding caliper or uneven pad wear. The suspension should be examined for perished or cracked bushes, weakened coil springs, and worn shock absorbers, listening for clonks or knocking over speed humps and uneven surfaces. Steering components including track rod ends and drop links should also be assessed for play, and the exhaust system checked for corrosion and blowing joints, particularly given the vehicle's age. Tyres deserve particular attention because on a high-mileage car they will have been replaced multiple times, and while the tread may be legal, sidewall cracking and perishing due to age-related rubber degradation is a common issue on vehicles of this vintage, especially if the car has spent time outdoors. The 12V battery should be tested for holding charge, as calendar-aged batteries can fail without warning. Engine oil and filter, coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid should all be verified as recently serviced, since fluid degradation occurs with time as much as mileage, and the cambelt and water pump replacement history must be confirmed if not already documented, as the interval for the Fiesta is typically around every 100,000 miles or ten years, which is highly relevant here. Finally, verify the service book stamps or digital service history to ensure that this hard-working example has been consistently maintained with appropriate intervals.