2015 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · VE15 DFJ

The 2015 Ford Fiesta has a mixed MOT history, with recent issues indicating potential deterioration in key safety and mechanical systems. The most recent MOT on 2025-10-08 shows a pass with multiple defects, including a damaged rear reflector, tyres worn close to legal limits, and suspension component wear. A fail on the same date (90,836 miles) highlights more severe issues: non-functional windscreen washer, headlamps, and stop lamps, plus a missing wheel fixing. These discrepancies suggest possible administrative errors or overlapping test dates, but the repeated defects in tyres, suspension, and electrical systems are concerning. Recurring mechanical patterns include tyre wear (nearside and offside tyres showing cracks, perishing, and nail damage), suspension component wear (track rod ends, axle swivel pins, and bushes), and electrical failures (headlamps, stop lamps, and washer systems). These issues were partially noted in earlier MOTs, such as the 2024-10-01 failed test, which cited a worn suspension ball joint. The 2025 results indicate that some defects persisted or worsened, suggesting a worsening trend in critical areas like tyre condition, suspension integrity, and electrical reliability. Mileage of 90,839 miles (about 8,258 per year) is typical for the vehicle’s age, so wear is expected but not excessive. However, the frequency of tyre and suspension defects may hint at higher-than-average usage or insufficient maintenance. The absence of major defects in 2023 and 2024 MOTs (except for a single failed test in 2024) suggests a temporary improvement, but the 2025 results signal a return to recurring issues.