2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · AF64 LVM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 79,541 miles passed with only a minor heat shield advisory, it followed a significant failure just one month prior. That February 2026 failure identified critical safety issues including a hydraulic leak at the front brake caliper and excessively worn suspension bushes. The pattern suggests that mechanical faults are only addressed when they reach the point of failure rather than being serviced during routine maintenance intervals. The mileage profile is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 7,000 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, followed by another 6,247 miles between February 2025 and February 2026. This steady usage indicates the car is used regularly, which helps prevent the corrosion associated with long-term storage, but it also explains the progressive wear seen on rubber components noted in the record. A buyer must closely inspect the suspension and braking system, as the rear sub-frame and front arm bushes have been flagged as worn repeatedly since 2024. The 2026 failure regarding a leaking banjo bolt on the offside front brake hose is concerning and requires a thorough check of all hydraulic lines for further weeping or degradation. Furthermore, the recurring mentions of pitted brake discs and binding calipers indicate that the braking assembly may be suffering from neglect or corrosion, necessitating a physical inspection of the rotors and pads to ensure they are not seized.