2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · AP59 GPK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding mechanical neglect and reactive repairs. While the car passed its July 2024 test at 56,223 miles, this followed a significant failure just nine days prior at 56,215 miles. The transition from a clean record in 2021 to a multi-point failure in 2024 suggests that the current owner only addresses faults when forced by the MOT tester, rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between May 2023 at 43,476 miles and July 2024 at 56,223 miles, where the car covered over 12,000 miles in fourteen months. Such low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components due to age, which is consistent with the deteriorating subframe bushes and worn ball joints identified in the 2024 records. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the nearside front ball joint was flagged for excessive wear in 2023 and required replacement by 2024. The offside rear subframe mount bush remains a point of concern as it was only noted as deteriorating in the most recent test. Furthermore, the 2024 emissions failure regarding high carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon levels indicates potential engine management issues or poor combustion that should be verified by a technician to ensure the engine is not operating efficiently. The distorted nearside front wheel should also be checked for vibrations or uneven tire wear at road speeds.