2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · LR66 FLH

A clean and uninterrupted pass certificate issued on 2 September 2025 confirms this Fiesta remains fundamentally sound at the official test level, with no advisories, failures, or component defects recorded against the vehicle in any of the three documented examinations. The pattern across the 2023, 2024, and 2025 tests is one of consistent roadworthiness, suggesting the structural, braking, suspension, and emissions systems have not produced any flagged deterioration that meets MOT reporting thresholds. The dual entries on 2 September 2025 and 3 September 2024, with each date showing a failure alongside a pass, almost certainly reflect a minor issue rectified on the same day rather than a genuine mechanical concern, which is a common occurrence when a presenter records a refusal and subsequent pass in the same visit. With zero advisories on file, there is no historical record of borderline wear items that a buyer might otherwise need to monitor. Recorded mileage of 25,372 miles across ten years equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 2,500 miles, placing this vehicle firmly in low-use territory for its age and class. Annual MOT submissions appear regular through 2023, 2024, and 2025, indicating the car has not been laid up for prolonged periods and has remained in active service despite the modest distance covered. The combination of regular testing and low mileage suggests the Fiesta has predominantly been used for short urban journeys rather than sustained motorway work, which mechanically favours the engine internals and catalytic converter through reduced thermal cycling stress. However, low annual mileage does mean that certain consumables and rubbers age through environmental exposure regardless of distance, particularly if the vehicle has spent long stretches parked outside. From a buyer perspective, the absence of any flagged components in the MOT history means there is no specific subsystem with a documented wear pattern to investigate. That said, attention during a pre-purchase inspection should be directed towards the typical Fiesta weak points for this generation, namely the rear suspension bushes and the front lower arm bushes, as these deteriorate with age and British road conditions irrespective of mileage. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the rear axle over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and feel for vagueness or wandering from the front end that could indicate perished bushes. The clutch action and gear selection should also be assessed, as light-use Fiestas can develop a binding rear caliper or seized handbrake mechanism through infrequent operation, both of which would not necessarily appear in MOT results until they reach a measurable threshold. A thorough road examination should include checking the brake pedal feel for excessive travel or sponginess, which can indicate corroded brake pipes or seized caliper pistons that have been aggravated by underuse. Inspect the underside, particularly around the rear wheel arches, sill seams, and subframe mounting points, for any emerging corrosion, as the 2016 Fiesta is now entering the age bracket where surface oxidation can begin to develop even on otherwise well-maintained examples. The engine bay should be examined for any signs of oil misting around the cam cover or rocker cover gasket, and the coolant expansion tank checked for crystallisation or staining. Given the clean MOT record, this Fiesta presents as a low-wear, lightly used example, though the prudent course remains an independent pre-purchase assessment to confirm the condition of the suspension, brakes, and underbody corrosion status ahead of commitment.