2010 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · EY60 WPT

The 2010 Ford Fiesta’s most recent MOT test on 2022-07-01—just 3 years and 12 months ago—shows an unusual but technically passed status despite a duplicate entry (one marked as failed, the other passed) at identical mileage. This suggests either an administrative error or a late correction, but no defects were recorded in either instance. The lack of advisories or recurring failures implies no obvious mechanical trend, though the absence of post-2022 tests means critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers remain unassessed for wear beyond that period. The vehicle’s roadworthiness cannot be confirmed beyond July 2022, and the gap since then—nearly 4 years—is concerning for components subject to gradual deterioration. The recorded mileage of 142,578 miles over 16 years equates to approximately 8,900 miles annually, a rate consistent with typical light-to-moderate usage for this age. There are no intermediate MOTs or service records to contextualise maintenance intervals, but the steady accumulation suggests no prolonged periods of neglect or rapid wear. Without pre-2022 tests, it’s impossible to gauge whether earlier failures were resolved or if critical systems like exhaust emissions or steering stability were ever compromised. The lack of data also obscures whether the vehicle was regularly serviced or left to accumulate mileage without intervention. Given the absence of post-2022 testing, a prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components—particularly rear bushes and coil springs—given their susceptibility to fatigue over 140,000 miles. Binding or uneven brake calipers, which could escalate into structural risks, should be tested under load, alongside brake discs for uneven wear or corrosion. The steering and suspension geometry must be checked for play or misalignment, as these systems degrade incrementally and are rarely flagged until failure. Structural integrity, especially around wheel arches and sills, warrants scrutiny for corrosion, as this model is prone to rust-related weaknesses in high-exposure areas. The absence of advisories in 2022 does not preclude these issues; they simply weren’t tested for in that window.