2017 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · EA17 MBO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding deferred suspension and brake repairs. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 57,041 miles passed, the tester flagged an offside front suspension arm ball joint with play and significant corrosion on both brake discs. This follows a pattern where mechanical components are ignored until they approach a failure threshold, suggesting the previous owner only addresses issues when prompted by testing rather than following a preventative schedule. The recorded mileage of 57,041 miles over nine years reflects an average usage of approximately 6,338 miles per annum, which is consistent with national averages for a smaller hatchback. The data shows consistent annual testing intervals, with gaps of roughly 3,000 to 3,500 miles between each October test. This low-intensity usage suggests the drivetrain and engine have seen low wear, but also explains the accelerated pitting and scoring on the brake discs which often occurs when vehicles spend periods of inactivity. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring issues with the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage and the offside front ball joint. The 2022 failure for excessively worn rear suspension bushes indicates that the rubber components are prone to degradation. Attention should also be paid to the handbrake mechanism, which has regressed from just barely meeting requirements in 2024 to pulling high by 2025, indicating either cable stretch or seizing cylinder issues.