2018 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · EN18 PLU

A recurring theme in the MOT record is progressive brake disc wear combined with early signs of rear suspension corrosion and a subtle steering knock, indicating that the Fiesta’s braking and rear‑suspension components have been under incremental stress; the latest test on 28 February 2026 passed without defects, suggesting those issues have not yet escalated to outright failures but remain points of attention. With 50,710 mi logged over eight years the average annual mileage sits around 6,300 mi, which aligns with typical usage for a small family car and shows no abnormal spikes or prolonged gaps between the five annual tests. The steady kilometre accumulation implies a consistent level of wear on consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension, rather than the accelerated degradation seen on high‑mileage or heavily abused vehicles. The brake disc advisories in 2024 and 2025 – noting pitting, scoring and inner‑surface rust – merit a close inspection of both front discs and pads. On a test drive the driver should feel for any pulsation or shudder through the pedal, listen for squeal or grinding under moderate braking, and verify that stopping distances remain within normal limits. Given the pattern of wear, budgeting for disc resurfacing or replacement in the near term would be prudent. The off‑side rear coil spring corrosion flagged in 2025, together with the slight steering knock reported the same year, calls for a visual check of the rear suspension mounting points for rust or compromised bushings, and a hands‑on assessment of the steering rack and tie‑rod ends for play or knock over bumps. Audible knocks when steering through kerbs, uneven ride height or a feeling of looseness in the steering column would confirm the need for corrective work before the next service interval.