2017 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · MM66 JDZ
2017 Ford Fiesta (1.5L, diesel). First registered 19 Jan 2017. Recorded mileage 93,350 miles. MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Oct 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,350 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MM66 JDZ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2023
- 93,350 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MM66 JDZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Ford Fiesta (MM66 JDZ) between October 2022 and October 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
MM66 JDZ Mileage History
- 18/10/202290,777 mi
- 20/10/202290,783 mi+6 mi
- 24/10/202393,350 mi+2,567 mi
Average of roughly 2,533 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution, focusing heavily o
Prioritise the verification of suspension repairs. The vehicle failed its 2022 MOT on fractured coil springs and a worn ball joint; you should request invoices to confirm these were replaced with quality parts. Because the 2023 MOT still noted worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes, there is a clear trend of chassis wear that may require immediate financial investment.
Negotiate the price based on the remaining advisories. The windscreen damage noted in both 2022 and 2023, along with the axle wear, represents a list of pending maintenance tasks. Ensure the service history aligns with the mileage, as diesel engines require strict adherence to oil change intervals to maintain longevity.
The 1.5L diesel engine is designed for efficiency, offering lower fuel costs for high-mileage drivers compared to petrol equivalents. However, buyers should account for diesel-specific tax bands and potential charges in low-emission zones depending on the vehicle's Euro status.
Maintenance costs for the Fiesta are generally competitive due to parts availability, but this specific vehicle's history suggests a higher-than-average requirement for suspension components. Expected annual costs will include fuel, road tax, insurance, and a contingency for wear-and-tear items like brake pads, which were flagged as wearing thin in 2022.
Conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension. Specifically, check the rear axle swivel pins and bushes and the anti-roll bar linkages, as these have been flagged as worn or having 'play' in recent MOTs. Given that coil springs are a top failure reason for this model and this car has already suffered fractured springs, inspect the current springs for any signs of corrosion or stress.
Examine the windscreen for the damage recorded in the 2022 and 2023 tests to determine if it has since been repaired or if it remains a risk for future MOT failure. Finally, check the brake pad thickness, as they were noted as wearing thin during the October 2022 inspection.
This white 2017 Ford Fiesta 1.5L diesel has recorded 93,350 miles as of October 2023. Its MOT history shows a failure in 2022 due to fractured coil springs and a worn suspension arm ball joint, followed by subsequent advisories for axle swivel pins and anti-roll bar linkages. It is a higher-than-average mileage example of a model with a 77.7% aggregate MOT pass rate.
The Ford Fiesta has an average MOT pass rate of 77.7%, with coil springs being one of the most frequent causes of failure across the model range.
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