2017 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · RO10 ADS

The 2017 Ford Fiesta’s most recent MOT test on 2025-07-02 —just under a year ago—shows a clean pass with no recorded defects, though it is unusual to have both a pass and a fail entry on the same date. This suggests either a rare administrative duplication in the DVSA system or, more likely, a brief overlap in test windows where the vehicle was retested immediately after failing minor checks. No advisories or recurring faults have been logged in the last four tests, indicating no obvious mechanical trends. However, the lack of any advisories—even for wear items like suspension bushes or brake pads—implies the tester may not have identified any borderline conditions, which could mask underlying issues. The vehicle’s mileage progression of 56,410 miles at the latest test reflects a steady annual average of around 6,268 miles , consistent with typical light-to-moderate usage for its age. There are no large gaps in mileage between tests, and the intervals between MOTs align closely with the three-year cycle, suggesting the vehicle has been regularly driven rather than left stationary for extended periods. The absence of rapid mileage spikes or prolonged inactivity reduces the risk of severe wear from neglect, though it does not preclude normal consumable degradation. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components , particularly the rear bushings and coil springs, as these are common failure points on this model and often go unnoticed until they degrade. The brakes, while not explicitly failed, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been driven hard or in wet conditions. Corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe is also critical—rust in these areas can compromise structural integrity without immediate MOT failure. Finally, the exhaust system should be examined for leaks or excessive rust, as catalytic converter failures or tailpipe deterioration can escalate without prior warning. The lack of advisories in past tests makes these areas all the more important to verify independently.