2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · EO66 EOE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a shift toward reactive maintenance habits. While the car passed its test in September 2025 at 54,470 miles, it failed the initial inspection that same day due to a fractured offside rear coil spring and a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit. This suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults once they triggered a test failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance on suspension and rubber components. The mileage profile is consistently low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,447 miles per year. Between September 2022 and September 2024, the car covered 11,428 miles with no recorded defects. The interval of just 4,856 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests confirms a pattern of light annual use. Low mileage vehicles are often prone to degradation of rubber components and brake seizing due to lack of use, despite the lack of mechanical drivetrain wear. A buyer should inspect the suspension geometry thoroughly to ensure the replacement offside rear coil spring was fitted correctly without damage to the shock absorber mounting. The failure on the nearside front tyre for uneven wear indicates a potential alignment issue or a worn suspension bushing that should be verified to prevent rapid future tyre degradation. The taped front bumper noted in the 2025 record suggests a minor impact or loose mounting clips, which warrants a physical check for hidden structural damage or deteriorating plastic brackets behind the bodywork.