2012 FORD FIESTA1.2L Petrol

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2023‑02‑02 at 120,436 miles, but that test is now more than three years old, leaving the car outside legal roadworthiness requirements. The maintenance trend shows improvement after a series of failures in early 2022, yet the absence of any subsequent MOT indicates a compliance gap. Mileage progression reflects a typical 14‑year lifespan, averaging roughly 8,600 miles per year. Between January 2022 (104,486 miles) and February 2023 (120,436 miles) the car accumulated about 16,000 miles in a single year, a higher annual rate than the long‑term average. Earlier entries are regularly spaced (e.g., 86,874 miles in Oct 2020, 76,445 miles in Oct 2019), but the record becomes sparse after 2023, with no further MOTs recorded up to the present. A buyer should inspect the brake discs and pads closely; the 2020 test noted front brake disc wear, and the 2022 failure listed a coolant leak, suggesting possible corrosion or hose deterioration. The suspension shows recurring play: the offside track rod end ball joint was flagged in both 2018 and 2019, indicating wear in the suspension bushes and linkage. Tyre condition is a priority— the 2022 failure recorded a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit and a nearside rear tyre cracked, while a prior rear tyre was not fitted according to sidewall instructions. Lighting circuits require thorough checking; the 2022 failure listed multiple faults including front and rear position lamps, dipped headlamp, rear direction indicator, and fog lamp. The rear registration plate showed deterioration (0.1(b)) in the latest test, so visual inspection of the plate and mounting is warranted. Overall, the history points to moderate consumable wear and some mechanical faults, particularly in brakes, suspension, tyres, and lighting. The lack of recent MOT data means the current condition of these systems is unknown, so a comprehensive pre‑purchase inspection is essential before any acquisition.