2016 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · NL16 ETK

This 2016 Ford Fiesta presents a mechanical roadworthiness profile defined by a clean and consistent DVSA test record over an extended period, with eight consecutive passes from 2019 through the most recent test on 31 January 2026. No test failures have been recorded, and the only advisories logged are minor in nature and isolated to a single inspection in February 2020. The absence of any structural corrosion advisories, brake system warnings, suspension component defects, exhaust issues, or lighting failures across the entire recorded history represents an unusually stable pattern for a vehicle approaching its tenth year. The fact that the most recent three annual tests have been completely clean, with no defects of any category recorded, reinforces this consistent state of compliance with roadworthiness standards. Recorded mileage of 61,783 miles across approximately a decade of use equates to an annual accumulation rate of around 6,178 miles, which sits comfortably within typical expectations for a small hatchback of this age. The MOT history captures tests in every consecutive year from 2019 through 2026, indicating continuous road use rather than extended periods of standing, which is mechanically beneficial as it reduces the likelihood of seized brake calipers, perished cooling system hoses, and 12V battery degradation from disuse. There are no anomalous gaps or sudden mileage jumps in the record that would suggest clock irregularities or inconsistent usage. Regular annual mileage of this magnitude tends to keep consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and clutch components exercising at a moderate rate without the accelerated wear patterns seen on high-mileage vehicles or the corrosion risks associated with low-mileage occasional use. For a prospective buyer, the only specific components flagged in the recorded history are the rear axle swivel pins and bushes, both nearside and offside, which were noted as slightly worn in the February 2020 test. Although these advisories are now six years old and the defects were minor at the time, rear axle bush wear on a Fiesta of this generation can progressively develop into knocking or clunking noises transmitted through the rear suspension, particularly over speed bumps or uneven road surfaces. On a test drive, listen carefully for any metallic tapping from the rear under load over bumps and feel for vagueness or wandering in the rear end during direction changes. Visually inspect the rear axle mounting areas for cracking, perishing, or excessive movement when the wheels are levered side to side with the vehicle raised. The other recorded advisory from February 2019 related to the internal headlight adjuster being altered, which was subsequently corrected during that same inspection, so this carries no ongoing mechanical concern. Beyond the historical advisories, a physical inspection should still include a thorough check of the underbody for any rust developing on the sill seams, wheel arches, and subframe mounting points, as Fiesta models of this era can be susceptible to corrosion in these areas even when not flagged at MOT. Examine the front brake discs for lipping and the rear drums or discs for binding calipers by checking for excessive heat after a short drive. Confirm that the cooling system, timing chain area, and clutch operation feel smooth, as the recorded mileage and age place these components squarely in their mid-life wear zone. Overall, the DVSA record provides a strong baseline of compliance, though a pre-purchase inspection remains advisable to verify the current physical condition.