2012 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · GF62 WBP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive care. The most recent test in November 2025 at 96,807 miles passed, but only after a significant failure just eight miles prior. This failure involved multiple critical safety issues including an inoperative hazard switch and a front tyre with exposed cords. While the car passed the re-test, the trend suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they result in an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 96,807 miles, this 14-year-old Fiesta has averaged approximately 6,900 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-mileage usage patterns. The data shows consistent annual mileage, with roughly 7,000 miles covered between November 2023 and November 2024, and another 7,000 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. This regular use suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which generally benefits rubber components and seals despite the low total mileage. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry thoroughly due to recurring reports of uneven tyre wear. The 2024 failure flagged excessive play in the offside track rod end, and the previous test in 2023 already noted inner-edge wear on the offside front tyre. This pattern often indicates persistent alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that will continue to consume tyres rapidly if not rectified. The 2025 failure also highlighted all four tyres reaching the legal limit, necessitating immediate replacement. The electrical system shows signs of neglect. Repeated failures regarding position lamps, registration plate lights, and the hazard switch across 2024 and 2025 demonstrate a lack of basic bulb inspections. A physical inspection should verify that all exterior lighting and the hazard system now function correctly without intermittent faults. Given the age of the vehicle, a close look at the chassis for structural corrosion is also necessary, though no structural failures were recorded in the provided history.