2010 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · CE60 GDV

A recurring pattern of suspension wear and braking defects defines the mechanical history of this vehicle, which passed its most recent inspection on 2025-10-08. The record indicates a trend of significant failures, including a dangerous offside front brake disc and binding caliper in 2023, as well as major failures regarding rear suspension bushes in 2022 and a nearside front suspension arm ball joint in 2024. While the vehicle has achieved a pass in the latest test, the history shows a persistent struggle with front-end components and wheel integrity. The recorded mileage of 42,800 miles over sixteen years represents a low annual average of approximately 2,675 miles. This usage profile is reflected in the MOT history, where defects such as perishing tyres and pitted, scored, or binding brake discs have been flagged. Such patterns are typical for vehicles that spend extended periods stationary, where rubber components degrade due to age rather than mileage and braking surfaces are prone to corrosion and seizure. Particular attention must be paid to the nearside front road wheel, which has been recorded as slightly distorted in both the 2024 and 2025 tests. This suggests a persistent issue that may affect balance and tyre wear, the latter of which was noted on the offside front tyre in the latest report. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for any rhythmic vibrations or steering shudders and check for a pull to one side, which would indicate that the wheel distortion or previous suspension work has not fully resolved the alignment. Given the history of suspension arm and Macpherson strut bush wear, the vehicle should be driven over uneven surfaces to check for knocks or clunks from the front and rear axles. The previous dangerous failure for a weakened brake disc and binding caliper necessitates a thorough check of the brake pedal feel; any judder under braking or a feeling of the car pulling to one side during deceleration should be viewed as a concern. Finally, the inner edge wear on the front tyre should be physically inspected to determine if the suspension geometry remains compromised.