2019 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · XY02 TEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward deferred consumable repairs. The most recent MOT test in September 2025 at 38,890 miles resulted in a failure due to insufficient tread depth on both front tyres and uneven wear. While the vehicle passed the immediate retest, the presence of thin front brake pads, worn discs, and perished rear tyres indicates that the owner is waiting for components to reach failure limits before replacement rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is low for a seven-year-old Fiesta, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The record shows a clean period between 2022 and early 2023, where no defects were noted at 11,592 miles and 19,584 miles. However, there was a significant increase in usage between September 2024 and September 2025, where the car covered 8,229 miles in a single year. This increased activity likely correlates with the rapid degradation of the braking system and the cracking of rubber components noted in the 2025 test. A buyer must inspect the braking system thoroughly, as the history shows recurring issues with thin pads and scored discs across both axles. The tester specifically flagged pitting on the offside rear brake disc previously, which often occurs when a vehicle sits for long periods, consistent with the low annual mileage. You should check all tyres for dry rot or cracking on the sidewalls, as the 2025 advisory highlighted both rear tyres as deteriorating. Given the low mileage, also inspect the suspension bushes and rubber components for signs of cracking, as age-related degradation can outpace mechanical wear on low-use vehicles.