2016 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · PK16 OFM

The 2016 Ford Fiesta presents a mixed maintenance picture with a recent pass but underlying concerns. The most recent MOT on 28 July 2025 at 62,379 miles passed, yet it followed a failure on the same day at 62,377 miles. That failure flagged a worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint, a corroded nearside front coil spring, and a damaged nearside front tyre with a nail and exposed cords. The immediate retest suggests these were rectified, but the coil spring corrosion is a structural integrity concern that warrants attention. The maintenance trend appears reactive rather than proactive, with issues addressed only when they triggered a failure. The mileage pattern shows a notable gap between the January 2024 test at 43,945 miles and the August 2024 test at 46,819 miles, covering roughly 2,874 miles in seven months. The jump from August 2024 to July 2025 is more significant, with 15,560 miles added in eleven months, indicating heavier recent use. This acceleration increases wear on consumables and drivetrain components. The annual average of around 6,238 miles is typical for a ten-year-old car, but the uneven accumulation suggests varying usage patterns rather than consistent daily driving. A buyer should inspect the front suspension carefully. The corroded coil spring and worn ball joint in 2025 raise questions about the condition of the offside equivalents and whether the corrosion is isolated or widespread. Check for uneven ride height, clunking over bumps, and uneven tyre wear. The repeated advisory on rear tyre wear across multiple tests, including offside rear tyre wear noted in January 2024 and August 2024, points to possible tracking issues or worn rear suspension bushes. Have the rear axle geometry and suspension components examined. The July 2025 failure also involved a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunction, so verify the TPMS sensors and wiring are operational. Brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in January 2024, and with the higher mileage since, expect the front brake discs and pads to be near replacement. Confirm their condition before purchase.