2023 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · UK19 JAY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a developing issue with the front suspension geometry. The most recent test in June 2025 at 77,616 miles flagged an advisory for slight play in the offside front outer suspension arm ball joint. This follows a previous failure in June 2023 at 38,591 miles where both front suspension arm bushes were found to be excessively worn, suggesting the front end components are experiencing accelerated wear. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum which aligns with typical usage for a seven-year-old vehicle. Between June 2022 and June 2023, the car covered 18,570 miles, followed by a further 19,142 miles leading into the 2024 and 2025 tests. This steady accumulation suggests regular road use rather than long periods of standing, which often helps prevent the degradation of rubber components, despite the wear noted in the suspension system. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly to assess the extent of the ball joint play. Given the recurring history of worn bushes and ball joints, it is necessary to check the integrity of the control arms and look for further movement in the steering linkage. The buyer should also verify the condition of the windscreen and wiper blades, as these have been identified as points of concern in previous tests.