2016 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · LC66 DFX

The Ford Fiesta’s MOT history presents an unusual but mechanically clean record, with the most recent tests in May 2025 showing no defects on either the pass or fail attempts at 78,941–78,942 miles. This consistency suggests the vehicle’s core systems—brakes, suspension, steering, emissions, and structural integrity—have met current DVSA standards without major recurring issues. The repeated passes and fails within days of each other at identical mileages are likely administrative rather than technical, possibly due to a clerical error or test centre procedure. There is no evidence of worsening mechanical trends; instead, the absence of advisories or defects implies either meticulous maintenance or benign wear on critical components. That said, the lack of recorded advisories over three annual tests is rare for a vehicle of this age and mileage, raising a question mark over whether minor wear items (such as suspension bushes, brake fluid condition, or tyre wear) were addressed outside the MOT framework. The mileage accumulation of 7,894 miles per year aligns closely with the average for a 10-year-old Fiesta, suggesting the car has seen regular but not excessive use. The gaps between tests—approximately 12,000 miles per year—are typical for private owners, though the clustering of tests in May each year may indicate the vehicle was kept for annual compliance rather than genuine wear-based servicing. The absence of mileage jumps or prolonged inactivity periods further supports the idea that the car has been driven consistently, without signs of neglect or abuse. However, the near-identical mileages on the 2025 tests (78,941–78,942) could imply a brief period of non-use or odometer manipulation, though this is speculative without further context. For a prospective buyer, the primary focus should be on components not routinely checked under MOT—namely, the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake fluid, all of which can degrade without triggering a fail. The binding calipers or uneven brake pad wear, though not recorded here, are common in Fiestas of this age and mileage, so a pre-purchase inspection should include brake system functionality and disc thickness. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches or sills, should also be scrutinised, as the MOT does not always catch early-stage rust. Given the clean MOT history, the vehicle appears mechanically sound at a glance, but a thorough check of these often-overlooked areas will confirm whether the upkeep has been as rigorous as the test records suggest.