2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · LR16 WWV

The 2016 Ford Fiesta presents a stable but not entirely clean roadworthiness profile, with its most recent MOT pass on 18 March 2026 at 63,391 miles carrying a notable advisory. The tester flagged slight play in the offside front suspension arm ball joint, a wear item that typically degrades gradually. This is the first suspension-related defect recorded since 2024, suggesting the front end has been largely trouble-free, though that ball joint advisory warrants monitoring. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, with no escalating pattern of serious structural or mechanical failures, but the recurrence of lighting faults across multiple tests indicates minor electrical upkeep has been reactive rather than proactive. Mileage accumulation sits at approximately 6,339 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests regular, moderate use rather than prolonged standing or excessive annual covering. The record shows consistent annual testing around March each year, with mileage climbing steadily from 56,264 in March 2024 to 59,860 in March 2025 and then to 63,391 by March 2026. No significant gaps or sudden jumps in recorded distance appear, supporting the impression of dependable, routine motoring. Buyers should pay close attention to the front suspension during any physical inspection. That offside ball joint play recorded in March 2026 could progress to a failure point if left unaddressed, so checking for clunking over uneven surfaces and examining the joint boot for splits or grease loss is essential. The front coil springs and both front suspension bushes deserve a visual check for deterioration, given the typical wear profile on a ten-year-old Fiesta at this mileage. The lighting faults that caused failures in March 2024 and March 2025, including headlamp aim issues and stop lamp failures, appear to have been rectified for subsequent tests. Still, a buyer should verify all exterior lamps function correctly on both sides, paying particular attention to connector corrosion behind the headlamp units and the condition of the stop lamp switch and wiring loom near the pedal box. Beyond these specific items, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, especially around the sills, subframe mounting points, and exhaust system, remains prudent for a vehicle of this age and mileage.