2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · RF15 GDA

The vehicle presents a generally roadworthy profile with a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent test on 11 June 2025 at 49,382 miles resulted in an initial failure due to headlamp aim being too high, which was rectified immediately to achieve a pass with no further defects. This indicates that the owner is responsive to MOT failures and maintains the vehicle to a basic level of safety standards. The mileage pattern is notably low for an eleven-year-old car, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage with only 1,148 miles recorded between June 2024 and June 2025, and 1,506 miles in the preceding year. This low mileage suggests the vehicle has undergone minimal mechanical strain on the drivetrain and engine components, though low mileage can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and brake seals during long periods of inactivity. A physical inspection should focus on the front shock absorbers, which were flagged in the June 2023 test at 46,740 miles for light misting of oil on both units. While the vehicle passed subsequent tests without this specific advisory, the buyer should verify if the leak has progressed to a significant seep, which would necessitate replacement. Given the low annual mileage, the inspector should also check for corrosion on the brake discs and calipers, as these components often corrode when a vehicle sits unused for extended periods.