2012 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · RV62 OYC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on March 31, 2026, at 93,854 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, although the record shows a recurring pattern of immediate failures followed by successful retests. In both 2025 and 2026, the car failed the test within a few days of the scheduled appointment only to pass shortly after further inspection. This suggests the previous owner followed a reactive approach to repairs, addressing specific defects only when they were officially flagged by a DVSA-approved tester rather than performing preventative mechanical servicing. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a low-to-moderate usage profile, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. Between April 2024 at 76,351 miles and April 2025 at 85,411 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 9,000 miles. The most recent interval between April 2025 and March 2026 saw an increase of 8,443 miles. This steady, low mileage reduces the overall wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though the age of the vehicle means that rubber components, fluid degradation, and corrosion remain greater concerns than high-mileage fatigue. Because the MOT history shows no specific recurring advisories or mechanical defects, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of common failure points for this generation of Fiesta. Focus specifically on the structural integrity of the wheel arches and sills for hidden corrosion, which often goes unnoticed until it fails a MOT. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for hairline fractures, and check the brake calipers for signs of binding or uneven wear. Given the recent failures, verify that the items which caused the previous rejections were properly repaired rather than merely adjusted with temporary fixes.