2012 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · FD61 OBZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive repairs. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 108,697 miles passed, it identified a severely deteriorated nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover. This follows a significant failure in early 2024 where the same component was flagged for excessive wear. Although the car has passed subsequent tests, the recurrence of suspension-related defects suggests that components are reaching the end of their functional life simultaneously. At 108,697 miles over 14 years, the car averages approximately 7,700 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a small hatchback. The record shows a steady progression of mileage, with roughly 2,400 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 1,800 miles between March 2025 and 2026. This consistent usage indicates the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which often accelerates the degradation of rubber components and seals seen in this history. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear suspension and subframe area. The history repeatedly notes corrosion on the rear coil springs and perished rubber isolators, along with debonding on the offside subframe pins in 2024. The previous failure also highlighted three slightly distorted road wheels, which may indicate past heavy impacts or severe alignment issues that continue to stress the steering geometry. The buyer should verify the front brake discs for further pitting or scoring, as these were noted as worn in 2024 and were not explicitly confirmed as replaced in later records.