2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FN58 CEA

The most recent MOT on 2026-02-13 showed the vehicle passed with minor issues: front brake discs worn but not excessively, front brake pads 80% worn, and a slightly damaged offside rear tyre. These suggest routine wear but no immediate safety risks. However, the prior MOT on 2026-01-05 revealed a failure with multiple critical issues, including mismatched tyres on the same axle, excessive play in both rear wheel bearings, a faulty track rod end, and insufficient windscreen washer fluid. These failures indicate potential handling or safety risks that may have been addressed before the subsequent pass. A recurring pattern of brake-related defects emerges, including worn discs, thin pads, and corroded brake pipes. The 2024-12-10 failure highlighted severe issues like exhaust emissions exceeding limits, a non-functional engine MIL, and compromised seat belt anchorage, which were not repeated in the 2026 MOT. However, tyre damage and wear have persisted across multiple MOTs, with nails, perishing, and near-legal tread depth noted. This suggests either ongoing road hazards or insufficient tyre maintenance. The condition trend shows mixed signals. While the 2026 MOT improved from the 2024 failures, the persistence of brake and tyre issues implies ongoing wear rather than a clear improvement.