2010 FORD FIESTA1.2L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend has shifted from a perfect record to the emergence of mechanical wear. After four consecutive years of clean passes between 2022 and 2025, the latest test on 10 April 2026 at 67,971 miles identified three advisories. This indicates that while the car has been maintained consistently, it is now beginning to require attention on components affected by its age. The mileage profile is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,248 miles per year. Between April 2022 and April 2026, the car covered only 5,073 miles, suggesting infrequent or short-distance use. Such low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals due to lack of movement rather than mechanical wear from high mileage. The consistent annual intervals of roughly 1,200 to 1,500 miles show a regular testing schedule despite the low distance driven. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the steering column universal joint, which was flagged for slight play in the most recent test. This component can cause steering notchiness or noise if left to deteriorate. Additionally, both nearside and offside rear tyres are reaching the legal limit and show signs of uneven edge wear. This suggests a potential alignment issue or simply that the tyres have aged out rather than being worn down through use. Given the vehicle's age and low usage, the chassis should also be checked for structural corrosion and perished suspension bushes, as these often affect older cars that remain stationary for long periods.