2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FP10 VWS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent MOT test in May 2023 at 132,265 miles was a pass, it followed a significant failure on the same day involving a worn nearside front suspension ball joint, illegal front tyres, and sub-frame issues. The wear on the sub-frame pins and bushes appeared in both 2021 and 2023, suggesting that these structural components are only addressed once they reach failure limits. At 132,265 miles, this sixteen-year-old Fiesta has averaged approximately 8,267 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There is a notable gap in recorded data between August 2021 at 122,211 miles and May 2023, where 10,000 miles were covered in just under two years. This consistent mileage accumulation suggests regular use, but the recurring failures in the steering and suspension components indicate that the vehicle is under significant stress from its mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering assembly. The record shows repeated issues with the steering rack inner joints and ball joints across the 2019 and 2023 tests. You should specifically check the rear sub-frame for advanced surface corrosion or structural thinning, as the tester flagged worn pins and bushes in multiple consecutive years. Furthermore, the 2019 failure for thin brake pads and pitted discs indicates the previous owner neglected basic consumables until they were nearing failure, necessitating a close check of the current brake hardware and tyre condition.