2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · OV16 PKZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on May 21, 2026, but the maintenance history shows a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test failure occurred just one mile prior at 53,028 miles due to an inoperative tyre pressure monitoring system and uneven wear on the front tyres. While the faults were rectified to secure a pass, the recurrence of these issues suggests that components are only addressed when they fail inspection rather than during routine service intervals. At 53,029 miles, this ten-year-old Fiesta has clocked significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per year. The data shows a notable gap between April 2024 and April 2025, where the vehicle covered only 1,615 miles in a full year. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, the long periods of standing or short trips associated with such low-use vehicles can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid corrosion, despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the edge wear on the front tyres noted in May 2026 indicates a potential misalignment or worn bushes. This follows a failure in April 2024 regarding a torn ball joint dust cover on the suspension arm, suggesting the front-end components are prone to premature wear. Additionally, the nearside oil leak recorded in April 2025 should be visually inspected to ensure it has not progressed from a minor seep to a more significant seal failure, even if the tester deemed it not excessive at the time.