2011 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · AV11 WEP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a trend of worsening mechanical condition regarding suspension and tyres. While it passed the latest test on 21 April 2026 at 57,197 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to significant safety defects. The transition from a worn offside ball joint to a fractured nearside front coil spring indicates that suspension components are reaching the end of their operational life or failing due to age-related fatigue despite the vehicle's low mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,813 miles per year since its 2011 registration. There is a notable gap in usage patterns particularly between July 2023 (33,089 miles) and June 2024 (44,539 miles), where the car covered over 11,000 miles in months. While low mileage generally suggests less wear on the drivetrain, it often correlates with the perishing and cracking of rubber components, which is evident in the recent tyre-related failures. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking system. The history highlights recurring corrosion on the rear coil springs and a fractured front spring, suggesting the structural integrity of the spring assemblies is currently under threat. Furthermore, the front enough discs were noted as worn in the 2026 test, and previous records showed thin pads in 2024. The consistent presence of cracking and sidewalling on tyres suggests the vehicle may have sat for long periods, leading to material degradation that requires immediate replacement to ensure road safety.