2012 FORD FIESTA1.4L Petrol

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 67,174 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure where multiple critical components were identified. The pattern shows that the owner typically addresses faults only after they fail an MOT. For instance, the failure in October 2025 flagged an offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and an anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, alongside a persistent coolant leak residue around the thermostat and water pump. At 14 years old, the Fiesta has a low mileage profile of 67,174 miles, averaging roughly 4,800 miles per year. This low usage explains the age-related degradation of rubber components, but it also highlights the issues seen in the record. Between 2021 and 2025, the vehicle covered approximately 26,000 miles, yet it suffered frequent failures related to suspension and tyres. The gap between the 2021 test and the 2022 test shows a jump in a 4,000-mile window where the vehicle went from a clean record to failing on a serious shock absorber leak and a major exhaust failure. A prospective buyer should focus inspection on the cooling system and suspension geometry. The coolant leak residue noted in 2025 is a recurring issue that suggests the water pump or thermostat is failing, which could lead to overheating if not fully replaced. The suspension has shown a history of wear, including ball joints, track rod ends, and axle swivel pins, indicating that rubber components are reaching the end of their life cycle simultaneously. The persistent oil leak from the rocker cover gasket noted in 2024 and 2025 also requires close monitoring to ensure it does not become a fire hazard or affect drive components.