2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · AY10 FOT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension degradation. While it passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 88,134 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior. The transition from a clean record in 2025 to multiple structural and component-related failures in 2026 suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase where age-related material fatigue is accelerating. At 88,134 miles, this 16-year-old Fiesta reflects a low average usage of approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows a consistent slow usage pattern, with only 229 miles recorded between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 773 miles covered before the February 2026 tests. This low mileage often correlates with dry rot in rubber components and oxidation rather than accumulated road wear, which is consistent with the recurring corrosion noted on the sub-frame and body structure. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front sub-frame and rear sills, as the tester flagged corrosion in these areas during February 2026. Although structural rigidity was not deemed reduced yet, the presence of corrosion on both the integral body structure and the exhaust mounting indicates an active moisture retention issue. The suspension is also showing clear signs of failure, with trailing arm bushes and ball joints flagged in 2026, following corroded coil springs that have appeared as advisories since at least 2024.