2008 FORD FIESTA1.4L Diesel

The most recent MOT on 21 August 2023 shows a pass at 155 938 miles with no defects recorded, although a failure just four miles earlier on the same day was due to excessive play in the off‑side front outer track‑rod end ball joint, an inoperative off‑side rear registration‑plate lamp and a missing rear reflector. Those items were clearly rectified before the pass, indicating that the vehicle can be brought to a satisfactory condition when faults are addressed. The pattern of recurring faults suggests a maintenance approach that is reactive rather than preventive, with no clear sign of a worsening or improving trend over the last few years. Mileage has risen steadily from 60 512 miles in July 2015 to the current 155 938 miles, averaging roughly 11 900 miles per year. The test history is essentially annual, with only occasional duplicate tests in the same month when a failure was followed quickly by a retest after repairs. There are no significant gaps that would hint at prolonged periods of disuse or hidden mileage accumulation. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the front and rear suspension, specifically track‑rod ends, ball joints and coil‑spring condition, as these items have appeared repeatedly with wear or corrosion. The rear axle swivel pins and bushes also showed wear in 2022 and merit inspection. Lighting equipment—registration‑plate lamps, reflectors and fog‑light lenses—has failed on multiple occasions, so all exterior lights should be checked for operation and secure mounting. Tyre wear patterns, especially inner‑edge wear, have been noted frequently, indicating a need to examine alignment and tyre condition. Finally, the parking brake was noted as marginal in 2022; its adjustment and effectiveness should be verified during a test drive.