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2016 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · RO16 BBJ

RO16 BBJ

2016 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 18/03/2016. Recorded mileage 13,641 miles. MOT valid until 28/03/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.

Make & Model
FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin
2016 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 28/03/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/03/2027)
Recorded Mileage
13,641 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 28/03/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/03/2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle is in an exceptional state of roadworthiness with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 26 March 2026 at 13,641 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to early 2023, indicating a car that has been kept in peak mechanical condition. The mileage is remarkably low for a ten year old vehicle, averaging roughly 1,364 miles per year. Between 28 March 2023 and 26 March 2026, the odometer moved from 9,606 to 13,641 miles. This suggests the car has spent significant periods stationary or has been used exclusively for very short journeys. The failure recorded on 28 March 2023 was resolved on the same day, and the absence of any subsequent advisories suggests the owner has been proactive with upkeep. Low mileage vehicles often suffer from specific degradation that MOT tests may not immediately flag. A buyer should manually check for perished rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewall cracking, as these age regardless of distance travelled. Brake calipers can also seize when a car sits idle, so checking for binding brakes during a test drive is essential. The lack of any recorded corrosion or structural issues over the last four years is a positive indicator. However, given the low annual usage, the buyer should verify the service history to ensure the engine oil and filters were changed based on time intervals rather than mileage. This prevents sludge build up and ensures the long term health of the drivetrain.

RO16 BBJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/03/2026
  • 13,641 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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RO16 BBJ Mileage History

  1. 28/03/20239,606 mi
  2. 28/03/20239,606 mi
  3. 26/03/202411,220 mi+1,614 mi
  4. 24/03/202512,539 mi+1,319 mi
  5. 26/03/202613,641 mi+1,102 mi

Average of roughly 1,347 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RO16 BBJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 18:09
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Ford Fiesta (RO16 BBJ) between March 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 26 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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