2015 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · VO65 FJF

The 2015 Ford Fiesta’s most recent MOT, passed on 5 September 2025 at 62,931 miles, confirms it remains roadworthy for now, though the record reveals a pattern of neglect rather than proactive maintenance. The absence of defects in the latest test is misleading—it masks a history of repeated tyre failures and brake wear, with the offside rear tyre failing twice in August 2023 and the front brake discs requiring replacement at the same test. While no advisories or structural issues persist, the recurring tyre faults suggest basic upkeep was consistently overlooked, and the front brake discs’ significant wear indicates either deferred servicing or aggressive driving. The vehicle has not undergone a full mechanical overhaul, and the lack of advisories in recent tests does not imply reliability—only that the tester did not identify further failures at the time of inspection. The recorded mileage of 62,931 miles over 11 years—roughly 5,700 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, implying prolonged periods of inactivity or very light use. Between September 2022 and August 2023, the mileage jumped by 6,845 miles in just over a year, which could explain the sudden tyre and brake failures at that point. The gap between tests is consistent at around 12 months, but the absence of any advisories in the 2024 or 2025 tests does not mean the vehicle has been maintained—only that it passed the minimum MOT thresholds without further issues being flagged. The low mileage does not guarantee longevity; it may instead reflect deferred maintenance rather than careful ownership. A buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension components, particularly the rear lower control arms and bushes, given the tyre failures which often correlate with worn suspension or misalignment. The front brake discs’ significant wear in 2023 warrants checking for uneven pad wear, glazing, or binding calipers, which could indicate poor brake fluid flushing or contaminated pads. The offside rear tyre’s repeated failures suggest either aggressive cornering, underinflation, or a worn wheel bearing—all of which should be visually inspected for excessive play or uneven tread wear. Structural corrosion, particularly around the wheel arches and sills, should also be examined, as rust can compromise wheel bearing housings and suspension mounts over time. The absence of advisories does not mean these areas are sound—only that they were not severe enough to fail the MOT at the time of testing.