2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FD59 TFY

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend over the last several years. The most recent test in January 2025 at 106,127 miles passed with a minor advisory regarding modified nearside and offside front anti-roll bar linkages. While these were noted as not seriously weakened, they represent the only defect recorded since a clean sheet in early 2022, suggesting the vehicle has been well-kept in its recent life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between 2017 and 2019, where the mileage only increased from 96,650 to 97,612 miles, followed by a period of more consistent travel starting in 2020 when the car covered nearly 9,000 miles in a year. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine but can increase the risk of rubber component degradation and corrosion during periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the steering and suspension components, as the record shows a recurring history of issues in this area. The tester flagged play in the nearside inner steering rack joint in 2015 and 2016, and a significant failure occurred in 2017 due to a broken front coil spring, steering arm movement, and excessive trailing arm bush play. While these appear to be addressed given subsequent passes, a check for lateral play in the steering rack or knocks over bumps is advisable to ensure these faults have not returned. The history also indicates past instances of neglected consumables, such as failing for low tyre tread in 2016 and cracked sidewalls in 2013. Given the vehicle's age, the buyer should also inspect for structural corrosion on the chassis and check the condition of the brake discs, which showed internal corrosion as recently as 2014. The current clean record for the last three years suggests a proactive owner approach, but the historical mechanical weaknesses remain the primary area of scrutiny.