2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · EX64 WTW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift from consumable wear to developing mechanical fatigue. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 50,873 miles passed, it introduced new advisories regarding the steering rack and rear axle. The presence of offside play and worn swivel pins and bushes on the rear axle indicates that the suspension components are beginning to reach the end of their functional life, despite the vehicle's low overall mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twelve-year-old Ford, averaging approximately 4,239 miles per year since its first registration in 2014. The data shows very little movement between the 2023 and 2024 tests, with only 600 miles recorded between October 2023 and October 2024. However, such low-mileage patterns can lead to the accelerated degradation of rubber components and seizing of brake-related parts, which aligns with the worn bushes and steering rack issues noted in the later records. A buyer must inspect the steering system for any play or knock when turning the wheels, as the offside play in the steering rack inner joint flagged in October 2025 is a significant mechanical concern. The rear axle bushes also require close attention for audible knocking or uneven handling, as these were noted as worn on both sides. While the front brake pads and discs failures in 2023 and 2024 suggest that the previous owner eventually addressed basic maintenance, the current state of the braking system should be visually verified to ensure discs are not thinning or pitted.