2022 Ford Fiesta Trend 1.1L Petrol · FJ22 OPF

The most recent MOT, carried out on 24 March 2026, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the statutory safety and emissions standards. The preceding year shows a mixed picture: an earlier test on 19 March 2025 recorded a dangerous failure for an off‑side front tyre with a structural bulge, a fault that would have required immediate replacement, but a subsequent test on the same date (or shortly thereafter) recorded a pass. This suggests that the tyre defect was remedied promptly and that the vehicle’s overall maintenance trajectory has stabilised after that isolated issue. At 41,044 miles the Fiesta has accrued roughly 10,200 miles per annum over its four‑year life, which sits squarely within the normal UK usage pattern for a compact hatchback. There are no obvious mileage spikes or prolonged periods of inactivity that would point to either accelerated wear or potential corrosion from standing. The annual mileage is low enough that major drivetrain components such as the timing chain, gearbox and differential are unlikely to be approaching the end of their service intervals, but they should still be inspected for oil leaks, abnormal noises or excessive play. For a prospective buyer the primary focus should be on the condition of the tyres and the suspension. Even though the offending front tyre has been replaced, examine all four tyres for tread depth, sidewall cracking and the DOT manufacture date; tyres older than six years can deteriorate regardless of tread wear. During a test drive listen for any clunk, squeak or knock when turning over bumps, which could indicate worn suspension bushes, deteriorating coil springs or loose steering components. Check the brakes for even pad wear, disc surface condition and any pulsation or shudder when applying the pedal, as light‑use vehicles can develop rusted discs that seize temporarily. Given the car is now four years old, verify that the 12 V battery is still within its typical two‑year service life and that the terminals are clean and free of corrosion. Confirm that time‑based fluids—engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid—have been changed in accordance with the manufacturer’s schedule, as these can degrade even with modest mileage. A review of the service book for regular oil changes, filter replacements and any noted suspension or brake interventions will give further confidence that the Fiesta has been kept in a sound mechanical state and is ready for continued road use.