2018 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · RO68 MMU

This 2018 Ford Fiesta presents a textbook clean MOT history, having passed every annual test on record from 2021 through 2025 without a single advisory or defect entry. That is a notably strong result, particularly on a Fiesta of this vintage, where suspension bushes, brake discs, and exhaust rubbers frequently attract attention by the time a car reaches eight years old. The most recent test on 3 September 2025 was passed with a completely clear record, and the consistency of the earlier passes on 6 October 2021, 30 September 2022, 13 September 2023, and 11 September 2024 confirms a stable, unchanging pattern of roadworthiness rather than a single good year masking developing issues. The absence of even minor advisories over a five-year testing window suggests the consumable items most commonly flagged on this model have either been replaced before reaching advisory thresholds or are wearing at a very slow rate. A recorded mileage of 26,415 miles over roughly eight years equates to an annual accumulation of around 3,300 miles, which is well below the national average and firmly in light-use territory. There are no unexplained gaps in the testing record and no anomalous mileage jumps between tests, with readings progressing in a steady, even fashion. Mechanically, this low annual mileage has a dual character. On the positive side, the engine, clutch, gearbox, and brake friction material have experienced far less cumulative wear than they would on a higher-mileage example. On the cautionary side, a car covering only short trips and sitting idle for long periods is prone to certain age-related issues regardless of mileage: the front brake calipers and sliders can seize from infrequent use, the brake discs can develop a corrosion lip or surface pitting that leads to pedal judder, the dual-clutch or manual gearbox actuators can dry out, and the 12V battery will have endured many shallow discharge cycles that shorten its service life. For a prospective buyer, the priority inspection areas should be the components most exposed to standing-time degradation rather than the high-mileage wear items. On a test drive, listen for clonking or rattling from the front suspension over speed bumps, particularly from the lower wishbone bushes and anti-roll bar drop links, which can perish on a low-use car. Feel for any vibration through the brake pedal or steering wheel under steady braking, which would indicate corroded or warped front discs, and listen for grinding or scraping on light pedal application that would suggest seized caliper slides. With the engine cold, check for a smooth idle and watch the exhaust for blue smoke on start-up, which could point to valve stem oil seals hardening from infrequent use. Inspect the underside for any damp patches around the engine and gearbox, as dried gaskets and seals can weep once the car is returned to regular use. Beyond the mechanical checks, a thorough inspection should also cover the areas the MOT cannot fully assess. The 12V battery is likely on borrowed time given the car will have spent long periods parked, and a load test is worthwhile. The tyres should be checked for age-related sidewall cracking even if the tread depth is adequate, as a low-mileage car may still be running its original fitment. Finally, verify that the infotainment, climate control, and all electronic functions are operating correctly, as software faults and minor electrical gremlins on Fiesta dashboards are common with age and are not part of the MOT test. Given the exceptionally clean MOT record and the overall low-mileage profile, this vehicle is mechanically low-risk provided the standing-time-specific items above are confirmed in good order.