2019 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · C15 GAJ

The vehicle has a generally stable roadworthiness record, though it was marked by a significant suspension failure in 2022. A major defect regarding a serious fluid leak from the offside rear shock absorber, alongside light misting on the nearside rear, led to a failure on 7 November 2022, which was resolved the following day. Since then, the record has remained relatively clean, culminating in a pass on 5 November 2025 with no defects recorded. With 28,907 miles recorded over approximately seven years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 4,130 miles per year. This low annual accumulation suggests the car has seen lighter use than the national average. Mechanically, such a usage pattern typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, although it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components or consumables that deteriorate over time regardless of distance travelled. Attention should be paid to the rear suspension given the previous failure of the shock absorbers. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for knocks or thumps when traversing speed bumps and observe if the rear of the vehicle exhibits excessive bouncing or instability after a dip in the road, which would indicate the replacement shocks are failing or were not installed to a high standard. The 2024 test highlighted wear on the edges of both front tyres, which were noted as being close to the legal limit. While the 2025 test was clean, it is important to inspect the current front tyres for uneven wear patterns, specifically on the inner or outer edges. This can be a symptom of incorrect wheel alignment or worn suspension bushes, which should be verified by checking for any steering pull or vibration at motorway speeds.