2011 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · EX11 VFE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 31 July 2026 at 76,147 miles, though the maintenance trend shows signs of neglect regarding consumables and chassis wear. The most recent test required a failure and subsequent repair for an ineffective windscreen wiper and a slightly distorted offside front road wheel. This distortion suggests a significant impact, such as a pothole or curb strike, which may have affected the wheel alignment. The mileage is low for a fifteen year old car, averaging roughly 5,076 miles per year. A notable period of inactivity occurred between July 2014 and February 2016, where the odometer moved only 1,198 miles over eighteen months. More recently, the vehicle saw a sharp increase in usage, climbing from 58,735 miles in March 2023 to 76,147 miles by July 2026. This shift from low to moderate usage often exposes latent wear in components that have sat idle. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension. The MOT record reveals a chronic issue with coil spring corrosion and deteriorating upper mounts, flagged consistently from February 2020 through March 2025. While the August 2025 test was clean, the recurring nature of these advisories across five years suggests the suspension system has suffered from significant environmental corrosion. The tyre history indicates poor preventative maintenance. In February 2020, the tester found multiple perished tyres and inner edge wear close to the cords, and similar tread depth issues reappeared in March 2023. This pattern of allowing tyres to reach the legal limit or perish suggests the previous owner reacted to faults only when flagged by the MOT rather than following a proactive service schedule. A physical check of the steering column universal joint, flagged for play in 2023, is also recommended to ensure it was properly addressed.