2021 Ford Fiesta Vignale Edition T Mhev 1.0L Petrol · GL54 JAX

A clean and unbroken MOT record across the three tests provided positions this 2021 Ford Fiesta Vignale Edition as a vehicle with no DVSA-noted mechanical concerns to date. The most recent assessment on 10 April 2026 returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the two preceding annual tests in March 2024 and March 2025 followed the same outcome with clean sheets. There are no advisories, no failures, and no recorded items requiring attention, which at face value indicates that statutory roadworthiness checks have not identified any wear, corrosion, or component deterioration over the period covered. A consistent pattern of defect-free passes suggests the vehicle has been kept within the parameters the MOT test is designed to measure, though it is important to recognise that a clean MOT history does not constitute a guarantee of mechanical condition or reliability beyond the items examined at the time of test. Mileage accumulation on this Fiesta sits at 48,039 recorded miles over approximately five years, equating to an average of around 9,600 miles per year. This rate is broadly consistent with typical private or light mixed usage for a vehicle of this age and segment, and there is no evidence of unusually high annual mileage that would accelerate wear on major mechanical components such as the clutch, drivetrain, or braking system. Equally, there are no extended gaps between recorded MOT tests or periods off the road that would raise concerns about standing-related issues such as stale fuel, dried brake fluid, or perished rubber components. The usage profile inferred from the available data is therefore steady and unremarkable, with annual mileage accumulating at a rate that should not, in itself, place exceptional demand on the vehicle's consumables. From a buyer guidance perspective, the absence of recorded advisories means there is no specific component history to chase down with prior inspection data, but the items most commonly associated with failures and advisories on this generation of Fiesta should still be examined closely on any physical inspection. Pay particular attention to the rear suspension, where cracked coil springs and worn trailing arm bushes are known issues; on a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking over uneven road surfaces and watch for any change in rear ride height that could indicate a failed spring. The front suspension wishbones, drop links, and anti-roll bar bushes are also worth inspecting for perished rubber, with symptoms typically presenting as imprecise steering, vibrations through the wheel, or rattles over speed humps. Given the mild-hybrid powertrain, the 12V battery under the bonnet and the belt-driven integrated starter-generator system warrant a basic functional check, ensuring the engine restarts cleanly and that no warning lights relating to the hybrid system are illuminated on the dashboard. On a road test, verify that the clutch bite point is consistent and that there is no slipping under load, as clutches on higher-mileage examples can wear prematurely. Check the brake pedal for any excessive travel or sponginess, and inspect the discs and pads visually for wear, since the MOT history does not record pad or disc condition once it has passed the minimum legal threshold. Finally, examine the underbody and wheel arches for any surface corrosion, as the Fiesta's structural protection is limited and early rust around suspension mounting points can develop even on otherwise well-presented examples.