This is the Mk7-era Fiesta (facelifted from 2013) commonly sold with small petrol engines such as the 1.0 EcoBoost or 1.25/1.4 naturally aspirated units. The EcoBoost is very frugal but benefits from regular oil changes and can show oil-leak/turbo niggles if neglected; the manual gearbox is generally durable but clutches wear sooner in heavy urban use. Ford parts and independent specialists are widely available in Ireland, so routine repairs are usually straightforward and reasonably priced.

• Clutch engagement and pedal feel — test for slipping or a high/soft bite point during a sensible road test.
• Confirm which petrol engine it has (1.0 EcoBoost vs 1.25/1.4) and check the service record for timing belt change if the engine is belt-driven; ask about oil consumption or turbo oil leaks on EcoBoosts.
• Front suspension and steering for knocks or play; check strut top mounts and anti-roll bar links for wear.
• Rust inspection around sills, door bottoms and wheelarches and check the underside for repaired damage or heavy corrosion.
• Start-up and drive test: listen for unusual noises (turbo whistle/clatter if fitted), check for smoke on start and verify effective heating/air-con.