2012 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · FL12 POU

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history reveals a consistent pattern of reactive rather than proactive minor repairs. The most recent test in November 2025 at 80,707 miles showed a pass despite multiple defects regarding damaged rear reflectors and perishing on both rear tyres. While the vehicle continues to pass, the recurring nature of these minor faults suggests the previous owner only addressed issues when prompted by the tester rather than during routine preventative maintenance. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 80,707 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,765 miles per year. The usage pattern appears remarkably consistent, with intervals of roughly 4,500 to 5,000 miles recorded each year between 2021 and 2025. This low annual mileage generally reduces strain on the drivetrain components, but it explains the persistent presence of perishing and cracking tyres, which often occurs when a vehicle sits for long periods degrading the rubber regardless of tread depth. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, as the record flagged front brake discs as worn in 2023 and subsequently pitted and scored by 2024. The transition from simple wear to surface pitting indicates prolonged exposure to moisture, likely from low use. Additionally, the frequent mentions of the nearside front tyre being worn on the edge suggest a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that requires checking. Given the repeated reports of perishing rubber across multiple years, a full set of new tyres is likely required as the current compound is older than the mileage would suggest.