2012 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · FN12 GZX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a trend of emerging mechanical and structural wear. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 80,745 miles passed, it introduced a new central front lower oil leak which follows a central rear oil leak noted in 2024. The persistence of worn sub-frame pins and bushes on both rear inner corners across the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates a gradual degradation of suspension mounting points that has not yet been addressed. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 80,745 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. The data shows a consistent usage pattern with intervals of roughly 2,000 to 3,000 miles between annual tests from 2022 through 2025. This low mileage generally limits wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it increases the likelihood of age-related drying out of rubber seals and gaskets, which likely aligns with the oil leaks identified in the recent advisories. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the underbody to determine the extent of corrosion on the sub-frame areas where the tester flagged worn bushes. Although these did not cause excessive movement yet, they will eventually lead to handling instability or structural noise if ignored. The oil leaks at the front and rear of the engine require monitoring to ensure they are merely weeping rather than active leaks that indicate gasket failure. Given the low annual mileage, checking the condition of tyres for cracking or perish is also essential, as they may have sat for extended periods between uses.