2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · NJ66 XPO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring mechanical issues and deferred attention. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 108,259 miles was a pass, the car failed just one mile prior due to high emissions and steering components. The persistent presence of exhaust related issues and track rod end wear suggests that the vehicle's engine management and front-end suspension are only being addressed when necessitated by an MOT failure rather than through a preventative service schedule. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,800 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage between December 2022 at 86,895 miles and December 2023 at 105,540 miles, where the car covered nearly 19,000 miles in a single year. This period of high intensity coincides with the cluster of failures recorded in late 2023, including exposed tyre sidewalls, low brake fluid, and a malfunctioning engine management system. A buyer must closely inspect the rear sub-frame, as the tester flagged it as corroded in late 2025. Although not yet seriously weakened, structural corrosion on a high-mileage Fiesta requires monitoring for accelerated degradation. The front brake discs were also noted as pitted and scored during the November 2025 test, indicating they are nearing the end of their functional life. Given the repeated failures for carbon monoxide emissions in both 2023 and 2025, a diagnostic check of the oxygen sensors and catalytic converter is advisable to ensure the engine is burning efficiently.