2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · WM65 AOS

Two engine management related failures sit at the heart of this Fiestas MOT record, and they warrant the closest scrutiny from any prospective buyer. The most recent test on 10 July 2026 recorded a clean pass with no advisories, which is a positive sign, but this follows a failure on 11 July 2025 for an inoperative or malfunction indicating engine management lamp (often referred to as the MIL or engine warning light) combined with a detached rear fog lamp. A separate failure on 24 June 2024 flagged the same engine MIL issue before a same day pass was issued. The fact that the MIL defect recurred after being rectified once suggests the underlying cause was not fully resolved first time, and a thorough diagnostic interrogation of the engine management system, including live data and stored fault codes, is essential before purchase. The rear fog lamp detachment is a relatively minor electrical or trim concern but should be inspected to confirm proper refitting. The recorded mileage of 108,269 miles across ten years equates to an average of approximately 10,800 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and segment. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest extended periods off the road, with annual tests consistently recorded from 2022 through 2026. Annual mileage increments appear reasonable and consistent, indicating the vehicle has been in regular use rather than left standing, which is favourable for component longevity, particularly for items such as brakes, tyres, suspension bushes, and exhaust components. The steady accumulation also suggests the engine and drivetrain have been worked consistently rather than subjected to short trip or extended storage conditions that can accelerate deterioration of certain parts. Buyers should focus their inspection on the systems previously flagged. For the engine management lamp, request a pre-purchase OBD scan to confirm no stored or pending diagnostic trouble codes exist, and pay particular attention to the EGR valve, inlet manifold cleanliness, coil pack condition, and the operation of the lambda sensors, as faults in any of these commonly illuminate the MIL on vehicles of this age and mileage. On the road, monitor for any hesitation, rough idle, or intermittent warning light illumination, especially under warm-up conditions. The 2023 advisory regarding a nearside front tyre worn to 2.6mm and bald on the inner edge points to possible suspension geometry or tracking issues, and the front suspension should be checked for worn wishbone bushes, droplinks, and ball joints, with a wheel alignment verification advisable to prevent premature inner-edge tyre wear recurring. During a physical inspection and test drive, pay particular attention to the front suspension for knocking noises over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, which would indicate deteriorated bushes or top mounts. The steering should be checked for any pulling to one side or uneven tyre wear on the inside shoulders, both of which would suggest the geometry concern flagged in 2023 has either returned or was never fully addressed. The rear fog lamp area should be visually inspected to confirm it is securely mounted and functioning. Given the higher mileage and the recurring engine management issues, a compression test and inspection of the cooling system, including the radiator, water pump, and hoses, would be prudent, along with a thorough check of the rear brake components given the vehicles age and accumulated mileage.