2021 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition T Mhev 1.0L Petrol · YP21 MFA

This 2021 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition mild-hybrid presents an exceptionally clean roadworthiness record across its testing history, with three consecutive passes recorded on 3 April 2024, 31 March 2025, and 25 March 2026, each returning without a single advisory or defect noted by the examiner. The absence of any flagged components through the most recent test suggests the vehicle has not yet accumulated the wear patterns typically associated with items such as suspension bushes, brake discs, underbody corrosion, or exhaust system degradation. While this is reassuring, a wholly advisory-free record on a five-year-old Fiesta is unusual, and a prospective buyer should be mindful that examiner-recorded defects only reflect what is observable on the day of test; routine items like tyres, brake pads, and serviceable fluids will still require hands-on inspection. With 34,995 miles recorded against an approximate five-year age, the Fiesta has covered around 7,000 miles annually, which sits squarely within typical usage expectations for a small hatchback of this profile. There are no significant gaps in the mileage progression between MOT entries, indicating continuous use rather than long periods of dormancy, which is mechanically advantageous as it avoids the standing-still issues that can affect braking components, fluid seals, and underbody protection. The relatively modest annual accumulation means wear-related components such as the clutch, turbocharger, and front brake discs should be in reasonable condition, though the mild-hybrid system itself, including the 48V belt-driven integrated starter-generator and its associated battery, will still warrant a specific functional check given the technology is relatively young in the aftermarket repair sector. For a test drive, attention should be focused on the areas most commonly prone to wear on a Fiesta of this generation and mileage. Listen for clonks or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or front wishbone components, while any knocking or vibration through the steering column on full lock could point to deteriorating suspension bushes. The brake pedal should feel firm and progressive without excessive travel, and the vehicle should pull up in a straight line without judder through the pedal, which would otherwise suggest warped front discs. Steering should remain precise and self-centring without looseness or wandering, as worn rear axle bushes or a degraded rear beam can produce vagueness in the steering response. Given the mild-hybrid powertrain, ensure the vehicle starts promptly on the starter button without any warning messages relating to the hybrid system, and confirm smooth transition between the petrol engine and the starter-generator assistance during light throttle inputs. A warning light relating to the emissions system or hybrid battery would warrant diagnostic interrogation prior to purchase. Under the bonnet, inspect for any signs of oil misting around the cam cover or turbocharger area, which can develop on higher-mileage EcoBoost units, and check the coolant and oil levels for any evidence of contamination. Finally, examine the underside and inner wheelarches for corrosion, particularly around the rear axle beam mounting points and suspension subframe, areas known to attract rust on Fiesta models operating in winter road-salt conditions.