2011 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · BF11 CXE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest test in March 2026 at 109,987 miles, the failure just five weeks prior indicates that mechanical issues are only addressed immediately upon being flagged. A broken nearside front coil spring and a deteriorated ball joint dust cover in February 2026, suggesting the suspension system is reaching a stage of significant wear where components are being replaced only after they reach a failure point. At 109,987 miles, the Fiesta averages approximately 7,300 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a fifteen-year-old car. However, the data shows a significant spike in activity between February 2024 and February 2026, where the vehicle covered over 8,500 miles in twenty months. This period of use combined with the multiple failures in 2025 and 2026 suggests the car is currently under higher load, which has accelerated the degradation of the steering and braking components. A buyer must closely inspect the rear axle for corrosion, which was noted in the March 2026 advisory. Although the car passed, the previous history of excessively worn swivel pins and bushes in 2025 suggests the structural integrity of the rear suspension is deteriorating. The front braking system also requires scrutiny, as the record shows recurring issues with fluctuating brakes and pitted discs, likely indicating sticking calipers or poor-quality components. Additionally, the frayed nearside rear seat belt webbing should be verified to ensure it has been properly replaced, as this was a point of failure in the most recent tests.