2016 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · DL66 SYW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear pattern of deferred attention regarding wear components. The most recent test in December 2025 at 69,878 miles passed the vehicle despite multiple advisories regarding the braking system and suspension bushings. While the car has successfully passed its tests, the presence of recurring issues like worn rear axle bushes and brake components across three consecutive years indicates that the previous owner only addressed faults when they reached an MOT failure threshold rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Data shows a steady progression of roughly 9,000 miles between December 2023 and December 2024, moving from 47,491 to 60,699, and another 9,179 miles leading into the 2025 test. This consistent mileage suggests regular use, which explains the gradual degradation of rubber-based suspension parts despite the relatively low low total odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear suspension geometry. The tester flagged both the nearside and offside rear suspension arm pins and bushes in 2025, following a previous advisory for rear axle bushes in 2024. This indicates a worsening state of the rubber components which will eventually lead to uneven tyre wear and handling instability if not replaced. Furthermore, the front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in the latest report with thin pads also present, suggesting the front braking assembly is nearing the end of its functional life and likely requires immediate replacement.