2018 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · PL67 AEK

The 2018 Ford Fiesta’s most recent MOT test, conducted just nine months ago on 13 August 2025, shows a clean pass with no recorded defects—though the duplicate entry of both pass and fail at identical mileage suggests a clerical anomaly rather than a mechanical issue. Over the past five annual tests, there is no evidence of recurring faults, advisories, or major component failures, indicating a stable maintenance record with no clear trend of deterioration. The absence of suspension-related advisories (e.g., worn bushes, sagging coil springs) or brake system warnings (binding calipers, excessive corrosion on discs) is particularly notable, as these are common failure points in vehicles of this age. However, the lack of any advisory notes means critical components like the subframe, rear axle, or exhaust mounting points remain uncommented on, leaving their condition unverified. The recorded mileage of 27,013 miles at the latest test represents an unusually low annual average of approximately 3,377 miles over eight years, which is well below the UK average for a vehicle of this age. This suggests either minimal usage or prolonged periods of inactivity, which could imply deferred maintenance rather than consistent driving. The gaps between tests are consistent—roughly one year apart—with no abrupt jumps in mileage between 2022 (15,329 miles) and 2023 (18,511 miles), or between 2024 (23,320 miles) and 2025 (27,013 miles). While this pattern avoids accelerated wear, it also means critical components like tyres, brake pads, and suspension elements may not have been replaced at manufacturer-recommended intervals, potentially leading to hidden degradation. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components—particularly the front and rear bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers—for signs of dry rot or excessive play. The brakes, though not flagged, warrant close examination of the caliper slides, brake fluid condition, and disc thickness, as binding or uneven wear could have gone undetected without advisories. Structural integrity is another critical area; the absence of rust advisories on the wheel arches, sills, or subframe does not guarantee their absence, so thorough inspection of these areas is essential. Finally, the tyres—despite no MOT failures—should be checked for uneven wear patterns or low tread depth, as the low mileage may mask underlying issues from previous underinflation or misalignment.