2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · MA15 NRO

The 2015 Fiesta presents a mixed mechanical picture, with a recent pass that resolves several acute failures but leaves underlying wear unresolved. The most recent test on 2026-06-18 at 51,372 miles passed the vehicle, yet this followed a failure on the same day for critical emissions and braking issues. The tester flagged contaminated brake fluid and a brake lever with insufficient reserve travel, alongside excessive exhaust carbon monoxide and lambda readings. These failures suggest the previous owner addressed immediate faults to gain a pass, but the recurrence of rear suspension bush wear and a persistent oil leak points to an ongoing trend of neglected mechanical upkeep rather than a resolving condition. The frayed nearside rear seat belt webbing remains an active advisory, indicating minor damage that has persisted across both 2026 tests. Covering roughly 4,670 miles per year, the mileage is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle. The record shows a steady accumulation from 41,085 miles in June 2024 to 51,372 miles in June 2026, averaging just over 5,000 miles per year over this two-year window. This low usage pattern often leads to long periods of standing, which can cause perished rubber components like the rear tyres and suspension bushes observed in the record. Sparse mileage does not exempt the vehicle from age-related degradation, as evidenced by the cracking tyres and perished bushes flagged repeatedly since 2024. A physical inspection must prioritise the rear suspension and braking components. The tester repeatedly flagged worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes, noting perishment and slight movement in the June 2024 failure, which evolved into worn rear suspension arm pins and bushes with slight play by June 2026. This recurring wear indicates the rear suspension requires ongoing monitoring. The braking system demands immediate scrutiny, particularly regarding the contaminated brake fluid and the brake lever's reserve travel, which point to poor fluid maintenance. Examine the exhaust system for the cause of the high carbon monoxide and lambda readings, likely a deteriorating catalytic converter. Inspect the nearside rear seat belt webbing for the noted fraying, and check the offside front headlamp and tyre pressure monitoring system, which were rectified for the June pass but suggest underlying electrical or sensor vulnerabilities.