2017 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · KS15 MEY

The 2017 Ford Fiesta presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT on 29 September 2025 at 14,055 miles passing with zero defects. Every recorded test since 2021 has returned a pass with no advisories or failures, indicating consistent mechanical upkeep and no recurring faults. The absence of any flagged defects across five consecutive annual tests suggests the vehicle has been well maintained, with no emerging or worsening mechanical concerns. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a vehicle of this age. Between 2021 and 2025, the recorded mileage increased from 5,419 to 14,055 miles, averaging roughly 2,160 miles per year over that four-year window. The annual increments are steady and modest, with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps between test dates. This pattern points to light, regular use rather than long periods of standing, which reduces the risk of deterioration from inactivity such as flat-spotted tyres, seized brakes, or fuel system issues. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage vehicles can conceal problems that MOTs do not always catch, particularly around structural corrosion on subframes, inner wing arches, and suspension mounting points. The rear brake calipers and handbrake mechanism on Fiestas of this era are known to seize if a car is used only for short trips, so a road test should include sustained braking and a check for binding or uneven drag. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be inspected for perishing, even if no advisories have been flagged, as rubber components degrade with age as well as mileage. Tyre condition deserves close attention. The vehicle has covered very few miles, meaning the original or near-original tyres may still be fitted, and aged rubber can fail long before the tread wears down. Check the date codes on all four tyres and the spare for signs of sidewall cracking or dry rot. The exhaust system, particularly the flexi-joint and mounting rubbers, should be examined for corrosion and gas leaks, as short-journey use accelerates internal condensation and rust. Overall, the MOT history is reassuring, but a pre-purchase inspection focused on age-related deterioration remains essential.