2015 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · LR15 TKA

A clear pattern emerges from this Fords MOT history, centred on electrical lighting faults rather than major structural or mechanical deterioration. Two stop lamp failures have been recorded in the seven tests shown, one in March 2021 affecting the nearside rear lamp and another in March 2024 affecting the offside stop lamp, both classed as presenting dangerous defects. The 2024 stop lamp failure was remedied the same day, with the vehicle passing later in the session alongside an advisory for slight play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint. The most recent test on 23 March 2026 recorded a clean pass with no advisories or defects, and the intervening tests in 2022, 2023, and 2025 were similarly uneventful apart from minor tyre cracking advisories on both rear tyres in 2023. The overall mechanical trend points to a roadworthiness record that is largely stable, with isolated lighting concerns and one borderline suspension component flagged rather than any chronic or escalating defects. With seven years of MOT history for an eleven year old car, the recorded mileage of 44,139 miles equates to roughly 4,000 miles per year on average, which is notably below the typical annual mileage for a Fiesta of this vintage. The progression between tests is modest, generally accumulating between three and four thousand miles between annual examinations, with no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps that would imply clocked readings or extended periods off the road. Because the data shows tests every year across the full period, there is no evidence of the vehicle being laid up for consecutive years. The light usage means that wear on major mechanical assemblies such as the engine, gearbox, and clutch is unlikely to be extensive, though brake discs and rear brake components can still suffer from surface corrosion during short, low-speed journeys, particularly if the car is used predominantly for town driving. Given the stop lamp failures on both rear and offside positions, a prospective buyer should personally verify that all lighting functions operate correctly, including brake lights, indicators, and the rear fog lamp, as intermittent bulb or switch contact issues can recur. It is worth inspecting the condition of the rear light clusters for water ingress or cracked housings and confirming the brake pedal switch responds promptly when depressed. The nearside front suspension arm ball joint advisory from 2024 warrants particular attention on a test drive. Listen for any knocking or rattling from the front suspension when traversing uneven roads or speed humps, and feel for vagueness or judder through the steering wheel, especially under braking. With the car jacked and the wheel off the ground, any vertical or horizontal play at the ball joint should be checked by hand, as even slight movement can progress into a failure. The 2023 advisories for cracking and perishing on both rear tyres suggest the rubber compound may have aged more than the mileage alone would indicate. Low-mileage vehicles often suffer from sidewall cracking because tyres deteriorate through age and exposure rather than tread wear, so the rear tyres should be inspected closely for any signs of sidewall crazing, bulges, or brittle rubber, and the manufacturing date on the sidewall checked against the current age. On a test drive, any pulling to one side under braking or uneven tyre wear across the rear axle could point to suspension geometry issues, while a firm brake pedal with no judder or pulling would confirm the braking system is functioning correctly. Given the low overall mileage and largely clean record, a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the front suspension ball joint, rear tyre condition, and lighting operation should provide sufficient reassurance before purchase.