2014 FORD FIESTA1.2L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in April 2025 at 58,012 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior involving multiple critical defects. The record suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults when forced by the MOT tester rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 58,012 miles over twelve years, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 4,834 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for a car of this age. This low usage pattern is evident in the gap between February 2023 and April 2024, where the vehicle covered only 1,081 miles in fourteen months. While low mileage reduces drivetrain wear, long periods of low use often lead to the degradation of rubber components and the corrosion of metal surfaces, which aligns with the recurring issues noted in the suspension and brake discs. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension and braking system as these areas show persistent failure. The April 2025 failure highlighted that front brake discs and pads were significantly worn and below legal limits, while the nearside front shock absorber suffered a serious fluid leak. These issues followed a warning in 2024 regarding oil misting on the same components, indicating they were failing over a long period. The buyer should also check for continued structural integrity in the rear coil springs, which were flagged for corrosion in 2024. The exhaust system also requires attention following the 2025 failure for a major leak at the back box and a high lambda sensor reading. The high emission levels could indicate a faulty oxygen sensor or an incomplete combustion issue resulting from the exhaust leak. Given the previous missing fuel tank exhaust shield noted in 2024, a physical inspection of the underbody is necessary to ensure no further heat shields or components are missing or have suffered from advanced surface rust.