2018 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · EY18 LYP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the latest test in April 2026 at 124,043 miles passed, it introduced advisories for a nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit and thinning rear brake pads. This suggests the current owner is only addressing consumable components once they approach failure thresholds, marking a departure from the clean records seen in 2023 and 2024. The mileage profile is high for an eight-year-old Fiesta, averaging approximately 15,500 miles per year. There is a significant surge in usage between March 2024 and April 2026, where the car covered over 30,000 miles in just twenty-four months. This high rate of annual mileage puts accelerated stress on the drivetrain, suspension bushings, and braking system. The failure in March 2025 due to an incorrect headlamp aim and a faulty side repeater indicates a lapse in basic pre-test inspections, though these were rectified before the subsequent pass later that year. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and steering geometry, as high mileage often leads to premature wear of ball joints and link arms. The uneven wear noted on the nearside rear tyre specifically suggests an alignment issue or a worn shock absorber that requires professional attention to prevent further tyre wastage. Given the advisory for thin rear brake pads, the discs should be inspected for scoring or excessive pitting, as high-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from heat-related damage to braking components.