2012 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · BJ62 KWF

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of structural degradation and recurring mechanical wear. While it passed its most recent MOT in August 2022 at 228,390 miles, the failure just one day prior revealed critical structural integrity issues. The tester identified excessive corrosion on the nearside rear suspension mounting area of the outer sill, which significantly reduced structural strength. This indicates that the vehicle is reaching a stage in its lifecycle where metalwork is a primary concern, despite the immediate repair and subsequent pass. The mileage is exceptionally high for a 14-year-old Fiesta, averaging over 16,000 miles per year. Between July 2020 and August 2021, the car covered 10,248 miles, showing consistent high-frequency usage. This level of annual mileage places immense strain on the drivetrain and heavy suspension components. The lack of any MOT records since August 2022 suggests the vehicle has not been officially roadtested in nearly four years, leaving the current state of the chassis and the progression of the rust noted after the previous failure entirely unknown. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sills and suspension mounting points to ensure the structural corrosion reported in 2022 has not progressed. The history of fractured coil springs, worn track rod ends, and failing anti-roll bar linkages suggests the suspension geometry is under constant stress and requires frequent replacement. The 2020 advisory regarding inner edge tyre wear also points to persistent alignment issues or worn bushings that may have not been fully addressed. Given the high mileage and the long gap since the last test, the risk of significant mechanical failure or hidden rust is high.