2011 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · ET11 DHO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred suspension and steering repairs. While it passed its latest test in December 2025 at 62,515 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior at the same mileage. The failure report identified a fractured offside front coil spring, a worn top strut mounting bush, and a failed anti-roll bar linkage ball joint. These issues suggest that the previous owner only addressed critical mechanical faults once they triggered an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance on aging suspension components. At 62,515 miles, this fifteen-year-old Fiesta reflects low mileage, averaging approximately 4,168 miles per year. This low usage profile often results in less wear on engine components but can lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts over time. The record shows a notable gap in mileage between February 2022 and December 2023, where the car covered only fourteen miles in nearly two years. However, the jump of 8,341 miles between December 2024 and December 2025 indicates a recent increase in use which likely correlates with the accelerated wear seen in the front-end suspension assembly. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front-side geometry to ensure all repairs following the December 2025 failure were executed correctly. The 2024 advisory regarding a worn offside front inner track rod end indicates that the steering system is reaching the end of its service life. Additionally, the front brake discs were noted as worn in the most recent pass, and while they passed this time, their thinning thickness suggests they are nearing the replacement interval. Attention should also be paid to the rear exhaust heat shield which was flagged as loose in 2025 to ensure it has been properly secured and does not cause vibration or further damage.