2019 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · LR69 SWY

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2019 Ford Fiesta was conducted on 22 December 2025, resulting in a Pass with a single advisory item concerning the nearside front tyre being worn close to the legal limit and exhibiting edge wear. Reviewing the broader test history, the vehicle has maintained a consistent Pass record across four tests since 2022, with only a minor non-functional defect recorded for a cracked offside door mirror indicator lens in 2022 and one tyre wear advisory at the most recent test. The overall maintenance trajectory appears stable, with no patterns of escalating mechanical failures, structural advisories, or brake-related defects. The isolated advisory does not signal systemic deterioration but rather reflects a typical consumable wear item that would be expected to require attention on a seven-year-old vehicle with this level of road use. With 61,814 miles recorded on a 2019 registration, the Fiesta has accumulated approximately 8,831 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a privately used supermini in the UK and suggests consistent operation rather than extended periods of standing or unusually high motorway mileage. There are no anomalous gaps or sudden jumps in the recorded figures that would raise concerns about clocked mileage or prolonged inactivity. This usage pattern implies moderate but even wear on the major mechanical assemblies, including the engine, transmission, clutch, and suspension components. Routine servicing intervals for this generation of Fiesta, particularly the 1.0 EcoBoost or 1.1 Ti-VCT variants, would have been due roughly every 12,000 miles or annually, meaning a well-maintained example should have a full service history with corresponding receipts or digital records. Given the advisory regarding nearside front tyre edge wear, prospective buyers should prioritise a close inspection of the front axle geometry and steering components. Edge wear on a single side typically points to misalignment of the camber or toe settings, which may have been caused by a recent kerb impact, worn suspension bushes, or a failing drop link. On a test drive, listen for suspension clonks or knocks over uneven surfaces, particularly from the front nearside, and pay attention to any steering pull to the left, vagueness around the straight-ahead position, or uneven pattering noise from the tyres that would confirm an ongoing wear pattern. It is also prudent to check the condition of the front brake discs and pads, as uneven tyre wear can sometimes coincide with a binding caliper, and inspect the wheel bearings for play by rocking the wheel at the hub. All four tyres should be examined for age-related sidewall perishing regardless of tread depth, as rubber compounds degrade after approximately six to seven years regardless of mileage, and the nearside front should be replaced immediately if it is indeed at or below the legal limit. Beyond the advisory, several age-related items warrant physical verification before purchase. Brake fluid should be changed every two to three years regardless of mileage, as it is hygroscopic and degrades over time, and a service book stamp or receipt confirming this would be reassuring. The 12V battery on a seven-year-old Fiesta is likely approaching the end of its service life, so check the date code on the battery casing and test cranking performance in cooler conditions if possible. The coolant system should be inspected for leaks or corrosion around the radiator and expansion tank, particularly on EcoBoost variants where water pump and thermostat failures are documented. Finally, verify the operation of the exhaust mounting rubbers, as perished mounts are common on this age of vehicle and produce an irritating rattle at idle, and confirm that the timing belt or chain service interval has been observed, along with evidence of spark plug replacement, which is typically due around every 60,000 miles or six years.