2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · HV64 AAY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent MOT test in February 2026 at 68,794 miles resulted in a failure for multiple critical safety defects, including structural tyre failure with exposed cords and a non-functional tyre pressure monitoring system. While the car passed immediately after these repairs, the presence of a distorted offside front wheel and a broken exhaust flexipipe indicates that mechanical issues are only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. At 12 years old, the recorded mileage of 68,794 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. This low usage pattern explains the recurring age-related issues seen in the record. For instance, between February 2021 and February 2025, the vehicle covered only 27,607 miles yet suffered from fractured and corroded coil springs, suggesting the car likely sits for long periods or is driven short distances to prevent rubber components from perishing or brake surfaces from pitting, leading to the cracking on tyres noted in 2022 and 2025. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking system. The record shows a persistent history of rear coil spring corrosion and a ball joint with play noted in 2024, which needs to be checked for further wear or potential structural fatigue. The distorted offside front road wheel mentioned in both 2023 and 2026 should be inspected to ensure the wheel has not suffered a significant impact that could affect steering geometry. Given the previous coolant leak noted in 2023, the cooling system also requires scrutiny for residual leaks to ensure the low-mileage engine has not suffered from overheating during storage.