2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · RO15 OCZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the test in March 2026 at 88,506 miles, this followed a significant failure just eleven days prior at 88,500 miles. That failure revealed multiple critical issues including a major exhaust leak, emission failures, and structural tyre damage, suggesting that essential repairs were only addressed when necessary to pass the legal test. At 88,506 miles, this eleven-year-old Ford Fiesta averages approximately 8,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a car of this age. However, the data shows a sharp increase in usage between October 2024 (77,426 miles) and February 2026 (88,500 miles), covering over 11,000 miles in just sixteen months. This rapid accumulation likely contributed to the accelerated wear observed on the braking system and suspension ball joints flagged in the most recent inspections. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring issues with the suspension arm bushes, offside ball joints, and anti-roll bar linkages between 2023 and 2026. The braking system requires immediate attention; the March 2026 test noted thin front pads at approximately 2mm and worn discs, indicating they are nearing the end of their service life. Additionally, verify that the exhaust flexible joint and lambda sensor have been properly replaced to resolve the major leak and emission failures from February 2026.