2016 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · K9 RVA

The 2026‑07‑15 MOT at 80,855 miles passed, indicating the vehicle was roadworthy at that point, but the recurring coil‑spring corrosion, suspension wear and brake pad thinning show a pattern of ongoing mechanical concerns rather than a stable condition. After a series of failures in 2023 and 2024 the vehicle has now passed two consecutive tests, suggesting recent remedial work, yet the persistent defects indicate the trend remains one of recurring faults. The mileage has risen from 37,224 miles in June 2019 to 80,855 miles in July 2026, an increase of 43,631 miles over seven years, averaging about 6,200 miles per year, which exceeds the typical 8,000‑mile‑per‑year estimate for a ten‑year‑old Fiesta; notable gaps exist between 2020 and 2021 when no tests were recorded, and the jump from 58,142 miles in 2022 to 66,049 miles in 2023 represents a rapid accumulation of nearly 8,000 miles in a single year. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear coil springs for active corrosion, examine the rear and front suspension arm bushings and ball joints for excessive play or wear, verify the condition of the brake pads, discs and calipers, and confirm that tyre tread meets the 1.6 mm legal limit; particular attention should be given to any signs of structural rust on the chassis, the integrity of the rear registration plate mounting, and the functionality of the rear fog lamps, while also checking for previous body damage noted on the near‑side front wing and front body panels.