2018 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Petrol · HN53 ALE

The 2018 Ford Fiesta presents a stable roadworthiness record, with the most recent MOT—conducted on 23 June 2025 at 66,771 miles—passing without any defects. This follows an immediate prior failure on 20 June 2025 at 66,759 miles, an anomaly given the absence of recorded faults in either test. The pattern suggests a one-off administrative or procedural issue rather than a mechanical trend, as all preceding MOTs from 2022 to 2024 also passed without defects. There is no evidence of recurring advisories or worsening conditions in the suspension, brakes, or structural integrity over the past three years, indicating the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that meets current DVSA thresholds. Mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for its age, averaging around 8,346 miles per year over the past eight years. The gap between the 2024 test (58,378 miles) and the 2025 tests (66,759–66,771 miles) suggests the vehicle covered roughly 8,400 miles in just over a year, a pace consistent with moderate but not excessive driving. There are no red flags in the mileage progression—no sudden spikes or prolonged inactivity—that would imply neglect or heavy usage beyond expectations. The clean MOT history, combined with steady mileage, supports the conclusion that the Fiesta has been used and maintained in a manner typical for its class. For a prospective buyer, the absence of defects in the MOT history reduces immediate concerns about major mechanical failures, but a thorough pre-purchase inspection remains essential. Focus should be placed on components not routinely checked in MOTs, such as the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and ball joints, which can degrade without obvious symptoms. Binding calipers or uneven brake pad wear should be checked, even though no brake-related advisories appear in the records. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, should be scrutinised, as rust can compromise safety without triggering an MOT failure. Given the clean history, any issues found would likely stem from post-MOT wear rather than long-standing neglect.