2015 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · ST15 XDL

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2015 Ford Fiesta was conducted on 29 January 2026 and resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that on the day of testing the vehicle met the minimum roadworthiness standards prescribed by the DVSA. Reviewing the recent test history reveals a broadly stable and reassuring maintenance trend, with passes recorded in January 2024, January 2025, and January 2026. The single failure listed in January 2025 appears to have been a presentation issue rather than a recorded mechanical defect, given that no specific failure points are documented and the vehicle subsequently passed on the same date or shortly after. The absence of any advisories across three consecutive tests suggests that the previous keeper has been attentive to wear items such as tyres, brakes, suspension components, and exhaust system condition, and has rectified minor issues before they were captured on an MOT. With a recorded mileage of 75,575 miles over approximately eleven years, this Fiesta has averaged around 6,870 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and segment. This rate of accumulation is consistent with a mix of urban commuting and occasional longer journeys, and is not so low as to raise immediate concerns about prolonged standing periods, nor so high as to suggest excessive wear on the drivetrain. A well-judged annual mileage such as this generally means the engine, clutch, transmission, and braking components have been exercised regularly enough to remain in sound working order, while not having been subjected to the elevated wear that frequently accompanies high-mileage use, such as premature suspension bush failure or clutch wear. Given the clean MOT record and absence of any documented advisories, physical inspection on the day of viewing becomes particularly important, as the official history alone will not reveal age-related deterioration that does not constitute an MOT failure. At eleven years old, the tyres should be carefully examined for sidewall perishing and cracking, particularly on the inner shoulder where deterioration can be hidden from casual view, and the production date code on the sidewall should be checked to ensure none are over six years old regardless of tread depth. The braking system, although presumably in good order at the last test, should be inspected for corrosion on the disc surfaces, especially given the relatively modest annual mileage which can lead to surface rust from infrequent heavy braking, and the calipers should be checked for any tendency to bind. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should be replaced every two to three years regardless of mileage, so it is worth confirming when this was last carried out and whether the service book corroborates a recent change. The 12V battery is another item that warrants close attention on a vehicle of this age, as units fitted in 2015 are very likely approaching or past the end of their useful service life, and a failing battery can produce intermittent electrical faults that may not be evident on a short test drive. Coolant and gearbox oil, if applicable to the transmission variant, should also have been changed in line with manufacturer schedules rather than purely on a mileage basis. On a road test, particular attention should be paid to the operation of the clutch, any roughness or slipping from the gearbox, and the behaviour of the steering and suspension over broken surfaces, listening for clonks from the front anti-roll bar bushes, top mounts, or drop links, all of which are common Fiesta wear items at this age. Finally, verifying the service history stamps in the book and cross-referencing these with the MOT mileage progression will help confirm that the vehicle has been maintained consistently, and an independent pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician is strongly recommended to provide additional reassurance.