2015 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · YY15 KNX

The 2015 Ford Fiesta presents a stable and recently compliant roadworthiness profile, with its most recent MOT pass recorded on 20 August 2021 at 44,193 miles. That test followed an initial failure on the same day for critically thin front brake pads and worn, pitted front discs, both of which were rectified before the pass was issued. The maintenance trend is broadly improving, with no new advisories or failures since that date, though the record ends over four and a half years ago, leaving a significant gap in recent verification. The mileage accumulation is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,000 miles per year. Between the 2019 and 2020 tests, the car covered approximately 17,800 miles in just over eighteen months, suggesting a period of heavier use before the mileage plateaued entirely. No recorded tests exist after August 2021, and the recorded mileage has not advanced since, indicating the vehicle may have been standing or used very infrequently for several years. Prolonged storage raises its own concerns around seized components, perished rubber, and stale fuel. Buyers should prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system. The recurring history of worn front pads and scored discs in 2020 and 2021 suggests the front braking components have been a consistent wear point, and without a recent test there is no confirmation of the current condition. A physical check of pad thickness, disc lipping, and caliper operation is essential. The 2019 exhaust emissions failure for elevated hydrocarbons also warrants attention, as it points to a historical combustion or catalytic converter efficiency issue that may have resurfaced during long periods of disuse. Beyond the flagged items, a buyer should examine the underside for structural corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points, sills, and subframes, as low-mileage cars that have stood for extended periods can still suffer from surface rust and moisture ingress. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be inspected for deterioration, and the tyre dates checked for age-related cracking regardless of remaining tread depth. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly advised given the absence of any MOT record for over four years.