2010 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · PX59 EFR

The 2010 Ford Fiesta presents a stable and consistently maintained roadworthiness profile through its most recent MOT history. The latest test on 26 January 2026 at 148,700 miles passed with zero defects, continuing an unbroken five-year run of clean certificates dating back to January 2022. This pattern indicates no recurring mechanical or structural faults have emerged or worsened over the monitored period. The maintenance trend is stable, with no advisories or failures recorded across any of the five consecutive annual tests. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age. Between the January 2022 test at 127,886 miles and the January 2026 test at 148,700 miles, the car covered approximately 20,814 miles over four years, averaging around 5,200 miles per year during that window. This represents a slight decrease from the longer-term average of roughly 9,294 miles per year calculated over the vehicle's full sixteen-year life. The lower recent annual mileage suggests lighter use or shorter journeys in the latter years, which can place different stresses on components such as the exhaust system and DPF, where short trips prevent proper regeneration cycles. Despite the clean MOT record, the absence of flagged defects does not guarantee the absence of age-related wear. At sixteen years old and 148,700 miles, a buyer should inspect the underside for corrosion on subframes, suspension mounting points, and brake lines, as these are common deterioration points on older Fiestas. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be checked for perishing or weeping, even if no advisories have been formally recorded. Tyre condition and age deserve attention, as older tyres with adequate tread depth can still present safety risks if the sidewalls show cracking or deformation. The braking system, drivetrain, and exhaust should be examined in person for any emerging issues that may not yet meet the MOT failure threshold. A road test will reveal whether the gearbox, clutch, and engine mounts perform as expected under load. The clean MOT history is a positive indicator of responsible prior ownership, but a pre-purchase inspection remains essential given the vehicle's age and the limitations of the MOT as a snapshot rather than a comprehensive mechanical survey.