2015 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · M1 KFL

Based on the DVSA MOT records, this 2015 Ford Fiesta presents a mixed but broadly stable maintenance profile, with the most recent test on 20 August 2025 passing at 48,006 miles. The maintenance trend is neither clearly worsening nor resolving. Recurring advisories around rear suspension bushes and shock absorber oil misting have persisted across multiple years without escalating into failures, suggesting the previous owner tolerated minor wear rather than undertaking preventative replacement. Tyre condition advisories in the latest test, particularly the perished and cracked offside rear tyre, indicate basic consumable upkeep may have been deferred. The mileage pattern is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,364 miles per year. The record shows a jump from 31,384 miles in August 2022 to 41,725 miles by August 2024, representing approximately 10,341 miles in two years. This suggests a change in usage pattern, possibly from a stationary or lightly used vehicle to one covering more regular mileage. The most recent test at 48,006 miles on 20 August 2025 is only 10 months old, providing a relatively current snapshot of the vehicle's condition. A buyer should pay close attention to the rear suspension components. The rear axle swivel pin and bush wear was flagged as slightly worn in both the August 2024 and August 2025 tests, indicating a progressive condition that has not been rectified. The offside rear shock absorber has shown light oil misting since at least August 2024, which may point to a deteriorating seal. While these are advisories rather than failures, they suggest the rear suspension assembly is operating with aged components that will likely require attention in the near term. The fractured coil springs noted in the August 2022 failure were evidently replaced, as no subsequent test has flagged this issue. However, the recurring advisory for a slightly distorted offside front road wheel, appearing in both August 2022 and August 2023, warrants a physical inspection for kerb damage or underlying suspension geometry issues. The front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in August 2023, and with no subsequent advisory, they may have been replaced, but a buyer should verify pad thickness and condition of the front brake discs. Given the low annual mileage and evidence of long periods of light use, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and the exhaust system, is advisable.