2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · ST65 YZD

The 2016 Ford Fiesta presents a stable and clean roadworthiness trajectory, demonstrated by a clear pass on the most recent test conducted on September 8, 2025, at approximately 95,808 miles. This latest test followed a brief administrative failure four days prior on September 4, 2025, which mirrors an identical pattern from the previous year when a September 11, 2024 failure preceded a pass on the exact same day. These recurring initial failures without recorded defect descriptions point toward minor administrative snags, retrievable paperwork, or same-day retests rather than deep-seated mechanical neglect, resulting in an overall maintenance trend that remains reliable. Accumulating 95,808 miles over its ten-year lifespan yields an average of roughly 9,581 miles annually, aligning closely with typical UK motoring expectations for a mainstream hatchback. The digital record reveals a consistent annual testing cadence every September from 2023 through 2025, showing steady use without extended periods of inactivity or severe mileage spikes. This steady accumulation implies the vehicle has experienced regular, balanced running rather than harsh fleet deployment or detrimental storage-related standing. The complete absence of advisory notes across the 2023, 2024, and 2025 certificates suggests previous custodians maintained basic consumables such as tyres, wiper blades, and suspension components adequately. Despite the spotless electronic paper trail, a physical inspection should prioritize standard wear items native to this chassis, specifically checking the condition of the brake discs and pads, inspecting the rubber suspension bushes for perishing, and listening for play in the steering rack during a road test. Buyers must also verify that the engine bay shows no fluid leaks and that the manual transmission or automatic gearbox shifts cleanly without hesitation.