2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · MT60 JZP

The 2010 Ford Fiesta presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 19 September 2025 at 229,688 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is particularly significant given the vehicle's age and mileage, indicating that critical safety and emissions systems were fully compliant at its most recent test. The preceding failure on 15 September 2025, just four days earlier at the identical recorded mileage, also carried no defects, suggesting the initial failure may have been procedural or administrative rather than mechanical in nature. The overall trajectory from 2021 through 2025 shows consistent passes with no advisories or failures, pointing to a vehicle that has been maintained to a steady standard in recent years. The mileage accumulation tells an interesting story. Between the September 2021 test at 204,410 miles and the January 2023 test at 216,330 miles, the car covered roughly 11,920 miles over approximately 16 months, a moderate pace. From January 2023 to April 2024, the increase was approximately 4,154 miles over 15 months, indicating a notable slowdown in use. Then, between April 2024 at 220,484 miles and the September 2025 tests at 229,688 miles, the vehicle added 9,204 miles over roughly 17 months, a return to slightly higher but still reasonable usage. The annualised average of around 14,356 miles is elevated for a 16-year-old supermini, yet the MOT record suggests this sustained mileage has not translated into recurring mechanical failures or deteriorating roadworthiness. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should approach this vehicle with clear eyes. At nearly 230,000 miles, consumable components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, shock absorbers, brake discs, and exhaust mounting points are well within the window where age-related fatigue and wear become likely, even if they have not yet triggered a test failure. The underbody and sills deserve close inspection for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and drain holes where moisture accumulates over years of high-mileage use. The engine and transmission should be assessed for oil leaks, timing chain wear, and clutch condition, as these are common failure points on high-mileage Fiesta units that MOT testing does not directly evaluate. Tyre condition and brake component thickness should also be verified, as sustained high annual mileage accelerates wear on these items between test intervals. The absence of any recorded defects across five consecutive tests spanning over four years is genuinely uncommon for a vehicle of this age and mileage, and it speaks well of the care this Fiesta has received. That said, a clean MOT record is not a substitute for a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic. The high odometer reading means that components not covered by the MOT, such as the dual-mass flywheel, turbocharger if applicable, and interior electrical systems, carry elevated risk. A compression test and an inspection of the exhaust system for cracking or leaking joints would be prudent steps before committing to purchase.