2007 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · OY57 XLM

The 2007 Ford Fiesta presents a stable roadworthiness record in its most recent MOT cycles, with no defects logged in either the November 2025 tests at 143,042 miles or the November 2024 test at 133,683 miles. The absence of advisories or failures in these entries suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a consistent standard, at least in the areas covered by the MOT. However, the repeated failures in October 2023 and 2025—both at identical mileages—raise an anomaly, as the system typically requires a defect to be recorded if a vehicle fails. This discrepancy implies either a clerical error or an unusually lenient tester, though the clean passes in intervening years still indicate no major structural or safety-critical issues were overlooked. The Fiesta’s mileage accumulation aligns closely with average expectations for its age, averaging around 7,529 miles per year over its 19-year lifespan. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests (10,000 miles in a year) and the subsequent 9,359 miles by November 2025 suggests relatively steady, moderate use without periods of prolonged inactivity or aggressive driving. The lack of mileage spikes or prolonged dormancy reduces concerns over neglected wear items like suspension bushes or brake components, though typical high-mileage items such as tyres, brake pads, and clutch wear will still require scrutiny. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear consumables, particularly the brake system—disc thickness, pad condition, and caliper operation—since binding brakes were not recorded but remain a common failure point on Fiestas of this age. The suspension should be checked for worn bushes, coil springs, and ball joints, as these often degrade without MOT visibility. Structural corrosion, especially around wheel arches, sills, and exhaust mounts, should be examined closely, though the absence of MOT advisories in recent years suggests no immediate structural risks. Finally, the exhaust system’s integrity and emissions compliance—particularly given the 2025 test dates—should be verified, as older Fiestas can develop leaks or catalytic converter inefficiencies over time.