2016 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · LS16 DHV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 80,746 miles passed, it followed an immediate failure for minor but relevant defects. The presence of a low brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level and a frayed offside rear seat belt indicates that the owner only addressed issues once they were flagged by the tester during a failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. Data shows a steady accumulation of 7,000 miles between the November 2024 test at 72,700 miles and the November 2025 test at 80,746 miles. This regular usage suggests the car is driven consistently, which generally prevents the degradation of rubber components and brake seals, though the flat mileage interval does not protect against the mechanical wear common in higher-mileage vehicles. A buyer must inspect the braking system specifically due to the low fluid level recorded in the 2025 test. Low fluid levels often signal a leak from the calipers, wheel cylinders, or master cylinder, necessitating a thorough check for weeping seals or thinning of the brake discs. The previous failure of the nearside headlamp in 2024 and the windscreen washer in 2025 suggest that basic electrical and fluid checks are neglected. The frayed seat belt webbing should be examined for structural integrity to ensure the locking mechanism functions correctly under tension.