2015 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · AF15 EEX

The vehicle shows signs of a declining maintenance trend regarding suspension and consumable wear. While the most recent test on 6 December 2025 resulted in a pass, this followed a failure just three days earlier. The December 2025 failure highlighted significant wear to both rear axle swivel pins and bushes, alongside thinning front brake pads and a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit. Although the tyre issue was noted as an advisory in the subsequent pass, the recurrence of suspension-related faults suggests that mechanical components are reaching the end of their service life. The mileage history indicates consistent usage, averaging approximately 10,400 miles per year over the eleven-year lifespan of the vehicle. The jump from 99,949 miles in November 2023 to 108,308 miles in November 2024, and finally 114,546 miles in December 2025, shows a steady accumulation of distance without any periods of prolonged inactivity. This pattern is typical for a commuter vehicle and suggests the mechanical wear seen in the recent MOT results is a direct consequence of regular road use rather than neglect from long periods of standing. A prospective buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the rear suspension assembly. The records show a progression from slight wear on the axle swivel pins and bushes in November 2024 to excessive wear causing a failure in December 2025. Even though the vehicle passed the most recent test, the history of these components suggests the suspension may require further attention or replacement in the near future. The braking system and tyres also require scrutiny. The December 2025 record flagged thin front brake pads and a nearside rear tyre worn on the edge. These are standard consumable items, but their presence in the MOT history indicates that maintenance is reactive rather than proactive. Checking the remaining tread depth on all tyres and the thickness of the brake discs and pads is essential to ensure no further immediate costs are required.