2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · DT07 RJT

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward developing mechanical wear. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 69,062 miles passed, the tester identified three distinct issues related to the suspension and tyres. This marks a departure from the clean records seen in 2024 and 2025, suggesting that components are now reaching the end of their service life due to age. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. There is a notable gap of nearly 14,000 miles between February 2025 and February 2026, which accounts for the sudden appearance of defects in the latest test. The failure in February 2024 at 45,983 miles due to a major exhaust box leak was rectified immediately, indicating the previous owner was willing to invest in necessary repairs to keep the car on the road. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the front end geometry. The flagged nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint with play and the offside front shock absorber showing oil misting indicate the suspension system is beginning to degrade. These faults should be addressed to prevent uneven tyre wear or unpredictable handling. Additionally, the offside front tyre is at the legal limit and shows edge wear, which often points to an alignment issue that requires adjustment. The braking history also notes a fluctuating offside front service brake in March 2023. While this did not cause a failure, the buyer should check for thin brake discs or a sticking caliper during a test drive. Given the low annual mileage, these issues are more likely related to age and corrosion or perished rubber components rather than high-mileage stress.