2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · SO16 UEA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT test on 24 July 2025 at 35,580 miles, where no defects were recorded. While the history shows two instances of immediate failure prior to passing, these issues were rectified within days, suggesting minor mechanical faults that were quickly addressed before the retest. The lack of recurring advisories across the last three years indicates that the mechanical and structural components currently meet minimum legal standards without significant degradation or ongoing corrosion. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per annum. Data shows a consistent and slow progression from 29,270 miles in July 2023 to 32,515 miles in July 2024, and reaching 35,580 miles by July 2025. This low usage suggests the car has undergone minimal stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. However, such low mileage can sometimes lead to age-related perish of rubber components and seals if the vehicle has sat for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on signs of age-related wear rather than high-mile fatigue. Given the infrequent use, check the tyres for flat spotting or sidewall cracking which often occurs regardless of tread depth. Examine the brake discs for surface pitting or corrosion, as low-use vehicles frequently suffer from seized caliper pistons. While the MOT record shows no structural failures or suspension defects, a manual check of the control arm bushes is wise to ensure the low mileage has not masked the degradation of rubber materials.