2014 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FD64 FYA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in December 2025 at 111,989 miles resulted in an initial failure due to an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint. While the vehicle passed upon retest the same day once the inspection was not obstructed by a child seat, the mechanical failure suggests that critical components are only addressed once they reach failure thresholds rather than during during routine servicing. At 111,989 miles, this twelve-year-old Fiesta has averaged approximately 9,300 miles per year, which aligns closely with national averages for a car of this age. The record shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 8,500 miles covered between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests. This steady accumulation suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, but the cumulative mileage places significant demand on wear-related components like the suspension and braking system as noted in the advisory history. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering and front suspension assembly. The 2024 test flagged nearside play in the steering rack inner joints, and the 2025 failure confirmed a worn ball joint, indicating the front-end geometry is nearing the end of its service life. Furthermore, the history shows a recurring pattern of brake wear, with thin pads and pitted discs noted in 2023. The buyer must verify the current state of the brake components and check for any signs of oil leaks on the absorbers, specifically the nearside rear shock which showed misting in 2022, and check the condition of the tyres, especially given the previous reports of perishing and uneven wear.