2015 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MH15 AGY

The 2015 Ford Fiesta’s most recent MOT test on 2025-09-05 at 54,230 miles passed without any defects, confirming it remains roadworthy under current DVSA standards. The absence of advisories or failures in the last two tests—both in September 2024 and 2025—suggests no recurring mechanical issues have been identified by official inspection. However, the record shows two failed tests at the same mileage (48,093 and 50,953 miles) in consecutive years, which is unusual and implies either a temporary administrative error or a brief period of non-compliance with MOT requirements. The vehicle’s history does not reveal any structural or safety-critical failures, but the repeated failures at identical mileages warrant closer scrutiny of components that commonly trigger MOT rejections, such as brakes, suspension, or emissions. The recorded mileage of 54,230 miles over approximately 11 years equates to an average of around 4,930 miles annually, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. This suggests either limited use or prolonged periods of inactivity, which could accelerate wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and rubber seals due to prolonged static loading. The gap between tests is consistent at one year, but the duplicate failures in 2023 and 2024 at identical mileages—despite passing tests on the same dates—raise questions about whether the vehicle was driven to the test centre multiple times in quick succession or if there was a procedural oversight. No rapid mileage accumulation is evident, which might otherwise indicate aggressive driving or deferred maintenance. Given the lack of defects in recent tests, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on components that frequently cause MOT failures in Fiestas of this age: the rear brake calipers and discs, which may exhibit binding or excessive wear; the suspension bushes and coil springs, particularly at the rear, where fatigue cracks can develop over time; and the exhaust system, including catalytic converter integrity and rust penetration at joints. The repeated failures at the same mileages hint at a potential oversight in brake servicing or suspension alignment, so verifying the condition of brake pads, discs, and wheel bearings—along with checking for corrosion in wheel arches and subframes—would be prudent. The absence of advisories in recent tests does not preclude hidden issues, so a thorough visual and functional assessment of these areas is essential.