2014 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · BN64 VHV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend of deferred repairs regarding suspension and corrosion. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 75,398 miles passed, it carried multiple advisories that mirror unresolved issues from previous years. The persistence of the offside rear coil spring corrosion, a distorted nearside front road wheel, and deteriorating exhaust components across three consecutive tests suggests a pattern where the owner only addresses components once they reach a point of failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use urban vehicle, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year over its twelve years. There is a notable gap in records between September 2020 and May 2022, during which the car covered only 7,439 miles. Since the 2022 failure, the mileage has increased more steadily, covering 15,000 miles in four years. This lower mileage often correlates with accelerated degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the multiple ball joint failures and tyre perishing recorded in mid-2025. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension geometry, as the tester previously flagged excessively worn ball joints on both sides and a distorted wheel on the nearside front. These indicate potential impact damage or chronic misalignment that causes uneven tyre wear. Furthermore, the recurring corrosion on the exhaust system and the offside rear coil spring suggests that the vehicle is susceptible to rust. Close attention should be paid to the structural integrity of the mounting points and the underbody, as the record shows a clear history of oxidation affecting multiple structural and exhaust components.