2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · MM66 RYR

The most recent DVSA MOT test, conducted on 1 August 2025, resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded against the vehicle. This represents the third consecutive annual pass, following a clean result in June 2023 and another pass recorded in June 2022. Notably, the August 2024 entry appears twice on the record, with one pass and one fail listed on the same date and no defects attributed to either outcome, suggesting a minor administrative entry or a retest that was successfully completed without any recorded advisories. Across the entire five-year MOT history visible, there is a complete absence of recorded advisories relating to wear items such as tyres, brake components, suspension bushes, coil springs, or exhaust systems, which is an encouraging indicator that the previous keeper maintained the vehicle diligently and addressed any deteriorating components before they became testable failures. With a recorded mileage of 82,126 miles over a ten-year service life, this Fiesta has averaged approximately 8,213 miles annually, placing it firmly within typical usage parameters for a car of its age and class. There are no apparent gaps or sudden inconsistencies in the recorded mileage progression that would suggest an odometer discrepancy or extended periods of standing idle. This consistent, moderate usage pattern is mechanically favourable, as it implies the engine, transmission, clutch, and braking systems have been exercised regularly, reducing the likelihood of internal corrosion, dried seals, seized calipers, or oil glazing on the bores that can afflict vehicles which have spent long periods unused. The powertrain and ancillaries should therefore have accumulated wear in a linear, predictable fashion rather than suffering from either neglect or excessive high-mileage fatigue. Given that the official MOT history is entirely free from advisories and recurring defect patterns, there are no specific component histories to investigate further on this particular record. However, as the vehicle approaches its eleventh year, a prospective buyer should nonetheless carry out thorough physical inspections consistent with a car of this age and mileage. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking from UV exposure and age-related rubber degradation, even if the tread depth remains legal, and the spare or inflation kit should be checked for serviceability. The twelve-volt battery is a common failure point on vehicles of this vintage and should be load-tested, particularly as modern Fords are sensitive to voltage drop which can trigger random warning lights and infotainment faults. Brake discs, particularly at the rear drum or solid disc assembly, may exhibit corrosion ridges or binding caliper pistons from infrequent or light use, so a test drive should include firm, progressive braking to confirm the vehicle pulls up squarely without shudder, vibration, or uneven effort through the pedal. A road test should also include careful attention to the suspension, listening for clonks or knocks from worn anti-roll bar drop links, wishbone bushes, and rear beam mounting bushes, all of which are known wear items on the Fiesta platform of this era. Listen for any driveshaft clicking on full lock, which would indicate worn constant velocity joint gaiters, and check for oil weepage from the engine and gearbox seals. Given the calendar age, the coolant, brake fluid, and transmission oil should be regarded as due for renewal based on time rather than mileage, as brake fluid is hygroscopic and degrades in its moisture absorption capability regardless of distance covered. Finally, verify the service book history independently through stamped entries or digital service records, ensuring that cambelt or timing chain intervals have been observed, and confirm that the recent clean MOT pass is consistent with the general cosmetic condition, bodywork corrosion around the wheel arches and sills, and overall presentation of the vehicle.