2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · GL66 AEF

The vehicle presents a stable but increasingly maintenance-heavy profile. While it passed its most recent test on 17 October 2025 at 88,832 miles, the record shows a recurring pattern of minor non-compliance issues. The tester flagged a deteriorated rear registration plate and an inoperative offside registration plate lamp, both of which were noted as minor defects. This follows a trend of similar registration plate issues seen in the 2024 and 2023 tests, suggesting the owner tends to address only the immediate failures required to pass the MOT rather than proactive cosmetic or preventative upkeep. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical 10-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,883 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 42,349 miles in 2019 to the current 88,832 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage or evidence of long-term stationary periods, which helps mitigate concerns regarding seized components or perished rubber seals. The vehicle has transitioned from a period of clean records between 2019 and 2021 to a more frequent cycle of advisories and failures as the mileage increased. A prospective buyer should focus on the suspension and wheel integrity. The October 2024 test at 84,356 miles identified a slightly distorted nearside front road wheel and uneven tyre wear on the offside front. These findings often indicate underlying issues with wheel alignment, worn suspension bushes, or damaged control arms. Given that the offside front tyre was flagged for edge wear in both the 2023 and 2024 tests, the steering geometry should be checked thoroughly to ensure no further mechanical damage is occurring to the drivetrain or tyres. Brake component wear also warrants attention. The 2023 test at 80,562 miles recorded worn front brake discs. Although the vehicle passed subsequent tests, the combination of worn discs and recurring tyre wear suggests the vehicle has been driven through several service intervals without comprehensive component replacement. A physical inspection of the brake pad thickness and the condition of the discs is necessary to ensure they have not reached the minimum legal thickness or developed significant scoring.