2018 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · HW18 KBX

The 2018 Ford Fiesta’s most recent MOT test on 2025-12-05—just seven months ago—confirms a stable roadworthiness trend, with no defects recorded across three consecutive passes. The vehicle’s clean history suggests consistent adherence to basic maintenance, though the duplicate pass/fail entry on the same date appears anomalous and warrants verification with the tester’s notes. No advisories or recurring faults have been logged since the 2023-04-06 test, indicating the tester did not identify any latent issues requiring attention. This pattern implies the vehicle has likely undergone regular servicing, though the absence of advisory notes means some wear items—such as suspension bushes or brake pads—may have been replaced privately without official record. The recorded mileage of 30,212 miles over eight years equates to approximately 3,776 miles annually, a figure significantly lower than the UK average for a vehicle of this age. The largest gap between tests spans 15 months, from 2023-04-06 (17,369 miles) to 2023-12-07 (19,630 miles), suggesting the vehicle may have been stored or used lightly during that period. The subsequent mileage accumulation—5,261 miles in just eight months—indicates recent regular use, though the sudden spike between the 2024-11-29 (24,920 miles) and 2025-12-05 (30,212 miles) tests could imply either accelerated driving or a mileage reset. The lack of failures during this period suggests the vehicle’s core systems have withstood this usage without major degradation. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear components not typically logged as advisories, such as the suspension’s coil springs and bushes—especially the rear, where binding or uneven wear often develops without immediate MOT failure. The brakes, while not flagged, should be checked for uneven pad thickness or glazing, particularly if the vehicle has experienced rapid mileage accumulation recently. Structural integrity remains a concern for a vehicle of this age; inspect the wheel arches, sills, and subframe for corrosion, as rust can compromise the chassis even if not yet visible. Finally, verify the exhaust system for leaks or excessive corrosion, as catalytic converter failures often go unnoticed until emissions tests fail. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are flawless, so a professional inspection is advisable.