2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · MM65 DAO

The vehicle shows a stable maintenance trend following a period of minor mechanical and consumable issues. The most recent MOT test on 1 June 2022 at 50,042 miles resulted in a pass, though the tester flagged slight wear on both nearside and offside rear axle swivel pins and bushes. This follows a clean pass in June 2021 at 29,443 miles, suggesting that previous mechanical faults have been addressed or have not progressed into major failures. The mileage profile indicates very light usage for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. There is a significant jump in mileage between the June 2021 test at 29,443 miles and the June 2022 test at 50,042 miles, representing over 20,000 miles in a single year. This deviates from the earlier pattern of low annual accumulation. Given the current date of 29 July 2026, the MOT record is significantly out of date, as the last recorded test was conducted over four years ago. A prospective buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the rear suspension components. The 2022 advisory regarding axle swivel pins and bushes, combined with the 2020 failure for a fractured offside rear coil spring, suggests the rear suspension assembly is a recurring area of concern. While these are common wear items, the history of component failure warrants a close check for play in the bushes or any signs of further spring degradation. The history also highlights a pattern of neglected consumables, particularly tyres and lighting. Between 2018 and 2019, the vehicle repeatedly failed or received advisories for perishing and cracking tyres, as well as non-functional stop lamps. Although these are minor maintenance items, they indicate a tendency for the previous owner to delay basic upkeep. A thorough check of all tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking and a full inspection of the braking system, specifically the pads mentioned in the 2020 failure, is necessary.