2012 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · BJ62 AAF

The 2025‑11‑21 MOT at 64,430 miles recorded a clean pass with no defects, indicating that the Fiesta is presently roadworthy. Since the 2024 failures, the vehicle has been retested and shown no faults, suggesting that previous issues have been resolved and maintenance has stabilized. At 14 years old, the recorded 64,430 miles equate to roughly 4,600 miles per year, a figure lower than typical for a car of this age. The mileage rose from 43,734 miles in November 2020 to 60,674 miles by November 2024, an increase of 16,940 miles over four years, with the steepest jump occurring between the 2023 and 2024 tests (55,305 to 60,674 miles). Earlier tests show a steady rise from 2015 (20,576 miles) to 2022 (51,181 miles), indicating consistent use, but the overall pattern remains moderate relative to the vehicle’s age. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension components that have repeatedly shown excessive play, namely the near‑side and off‑side front track rod ends and the suspension arm ball joints, and verify that the rear exhaust leak noted in 2024 has been fully repaired. Inspect the suspension bushes, ball joints, and track rod ends for looseness, examine the rear exhaust for ongoing leaks, test the rear stop lamp operation, and assess tyre tread and sidewall condition. Check the front brakes for binding and the condition of the brake discs, and look for any signs of structural rust or corrosion that may affect long‑term integrity.