2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · AV58 HBE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. The most recent test on June 3, 2026 at 112,728 miles followed a failure just one day prior due to a worn nearside front track rod end and pitted front brake discs. While the car passed after these repairs, the recurring nature of steering and braking component failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach an MOT failure threshold rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. At 18 years old, the recorded 112,728 miles represent an average usage of approximately 6,263 miles per year, which is consistent with low-intensity urban driving. The data shows steady annual mileage, with roughly 3,000 miles covered between June 2024 and June 2025, and another 1,854 miles between June 2025 and June 2026. This low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces through age, which is reflected in the inspection record. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension geometry personally, as the history shows a pattern of failure involving track rod ends, anti-roll bar linkages, and CV boots. The 2024 test also highlighted a defective central gearbox mounting and a corroded offside front brake pipe, which indicate that structural corrosion and rubber perish are beginning to affect the drivetrain. The pitting on the front brake discs noted in 2026 suggests the vehicle may have sat for extended periods or been driven infrequently, leading to surface oxidation on the rotors. Check for significant rust on the brake lines and verify the integrity of all rubber boots to ensure no further failures are imminent.