2017 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · EO17 AEN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 28 March 2026 at 52,468 miles. However, the record reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. The car failed the test just four miles prior to the pass due to excessive play in the offside front track rod end ball joint, a fault that mirrored a failure in March 2024. While the immediate defect has been rectified, the recurring nature of steering component wear suggests the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they reach a point of inspection failure. The mileage profile is low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,830 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between April 2023 (30,903 miles) and March 2026 (52,468 miles), where the car covered over 22,000 miles in three years. Despite the low annual average, the history shows consistent issues with rubber-based components. From 2020 through 2023, the tester repeatedly flagged cracking or perishing tyres, which often indicates a vehicle that sits for long periods, leading to dry rot in sidewalls despite sufficient tread depth. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and steering geometry. The 2023 advisory regarding worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes indicates that the rear suspension assembly is beginning to reach the end of its service life. Given the previous history of track rod end failures, a close check of all ball joints and steering linkages is essential to ensure no further play exists. Additionally, the current tyres should be inspected for age cracking, as the record shows a chronic trend of neglecting tyre age rather than just mileage.