2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · EF66 JVT

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward neglect of wear and tear components. While the most recent test in November 2023 at 75,462 miles resulted in a pass, the advisories indicate a decline in preventative care. The tester flagged a minor exhaust leak at the front flexible section, perishing and damage across three tyres, and mechanical play in the nearside front track rod end. This suggests that the previous owner is now deferring repairs until they reach a failure threshold. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical low-use usage, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year over the decade-long life. Between the November 2022 and November 2023 tests, the car covered 11,814 miles, representing a peak in activity. However, the significant gap between the last MOT in November 2023 and the current date of June 2026 means the vehicle is long overdue for its annual inspection. This lapse increases the risk that the previously flagged suspension and tyre issues have deteriorated significantly without a professional inspection. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the history shows a recurring issue with steering-related components, specifically the track rod end and a previously fractured offside coil spring in 2020. The report of perishing rubber and uneven wear in 2023 suggests potential alignment issues or simply a failure to replace aged tyres promptly. Immediate attention should also be paid to the exhaust manifold area to ensure the minor leak has not worsened into a structural failure that would cause an emissions failure.