2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · KS15 CTU

The most recent DVSA examination on 10 September 2025 returned a pass with no advisories or defects recorded, and this clean outcome is mirrored by the 2024 and 2023 tests, indicating a stable and improving maintenance trend over the past three years. Looking further back, the 2022 test initially failed on a minor windscreen washer issue classified as a repairable item, with tyre wear advisories also noted at that time, while the 2020 test recorded several suspension-related advisories concerning rear spring top bushes and beam axle bushes. Since 2020, there has been a clear progression from multiple advisories to a fully clean pass, suggesting that previous wear items have either been addressed or have not deteriorated to the point of test concern. With a recorded mileage of 60,430 over eleven years, this Fiesta has averaged around 5,500 miles annually, which is considerably below the national average for a vehicle of this age and indicates either a second-car role, predominantly short urban use, or extended periods of standing. Such low annual mileage brings its own mechanical considerations distinct from high-wear scenarios, as components that rely on regular use such as the 12V battery, brake discs, calipers, and various rubber seals are more susceptible to degradation through inactivity rather than wear. Brake discs in particular are prone to surface corrosion and caliper slide pins can seize, while the exhaust system, underbody, and suspension components may exhibit standing corrosion despite low mileage. A prospective buyer should therefore place emphasis on age-related deterioration rather than mileage-based wear during a physical inspection. The tyres warrant close scrutiny for sidewall perishing, cracking, and tread depth, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age regardless of use, and any tyres over five years old should be considered for replacement even if legal. The braking system should be checked for binding calipers, scored or heavily corroded discs, and perished flexible brake hoses, while the 12V battery should be load-tested to confirm its state of health given the likelihood of short trip usage. It is also prudent to verify the timing belt replacement interval if applicable, examine the underbody and exhaust for corrosion, and inspect all fluid levels and service history stamps, particularly for brake fluid which has a time-based replacement schedule of typically two years, and coolant which should be renewed at manufacturer-specified intervals irrespective of the odometer reading. A thorough test drive should include observations for any suspension clonks over speed humps, uneven braking, or warning lights that may indicate underlying electrical or sensor issues arising from infrequent use.