2006 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FL06 BFN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension corrosion. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 131,571 miles passed, the tester flagged new or unaddressed corrosion on both front coil springs and the nearside rear coil spring. This represents a recurring failure that has appeared in every annual test for the last three years, indicating that while components are being replaced individually, the underlying issue of rapid oxidation is not being halted. At 131,571 miles, this twenty-year-old Fiesta has averaged approximately 6,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-to-mid-range usage. The record shows steady usage patterns, with roughly 3,400 miles covered between the June 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 6,500 miles between May 2025 and May 2026. This consistent mileage suggests the car is used regularly, which usually helps prevent brake seizing but has clearly not prevented the environmental degradation seen on the chassis. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front and rear sub-frames, as the 2023 record already identified corrosion on both structures. The presence of grease on the brake pipes noted in 2023 is often an attempt to mask rust, and it suggests the hydraulic lines may be vulnerable to thinning. You should also inspect the Macpherson strut mounts and rear axle swivel bushes, as these areas have previously been flagged for wear and corrosion. The recurring failure of coil springs suggests the suspension geometry is under stress or the metal quality is compromised, which will likely lead to further failures in the coming months.