2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · AX59 DPK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a gradual degradation of steering and braking components. While the most recent MOT test in August 2025 at 90,106 miles passed, it introduced a new advisory for slight play in the steering column universal joint. This follows a failure in 2024 where the steering rack also exhibited free play, indicating that the steering assembly is beginning to show significant wear despite the low annual mileage. At 16 years old, this 2010 Fiesta has covered an average of only 5,632 miles per year. This low usage pattern correlates with the age-related wear seen in the record, such as the 2022 test at 69,356 miles flagging tyres for perishing and cracking, which is a common symptom of vehicles that sit for long periods. The mileage accumulation of roughly 10,000 miles between the 2023 and 2025 tests suggests consistent but light use rather than high-intensity motorway strain. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering system to determine if the play in the rack and universal joint has reached a point that affects handling quality or safety. The 2024 failure highlighted pitted and scored front brake discs, and while these passed the following year, the surface condition of the metal components should be checked to ensure they have not become excessively corroded. Additionally, the distorted nearside front wheel noted in 2023 needs to be verified for vibrations at speed.