2015 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · GF65 BZP

The most recent MOT inspection on 25 August 2026 resulted in a pass, but the vehicle shows a concerning and recurring trend regarding tyre wear and suspension health. While the vehicle has avoided major failures in recent years, the maintenance profile is worsening in terms of consumable management. The repeated advisories for tyres being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges across multiple years suggest a pattern of deferred maintenance rather than proactive upkeep. Furthermore, the appearance of oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber in 2025 indicates the beginning of a component failure that may soon require replacement to maintain ride quality and safety. With approximately 87,950 miles recorded over eleven years, this Ford Fiesta has covered an average of roughly 8,000 miles per annum. This is considered typical, moderate usage for a vehicle of this age, suggesting it has not been subjected to extreme high-speed motorway cruising nor has it been left to stand for extended periods. However, the mileage is high enough that mechanical components such as suspension bushes, ball joints, and damping units will be approaching the end of their natural service life. The consistency of the mileage suggests a regular driving pattern, which is generally positive for preventing excessive brake disc corrosion or battery discharge, but it does mean that wear-and-tear items are predictably reaching their limits. A prospective buyer must pay close attention to the tyre condition and wheel alignment during a test drive. The recurring advisories for tyres being worn on the edges are a significant red flag, as this often indicates incorrect camber angles or worn suspension components such as control arm bushes or tie rod ends. On your test drive, listen for any knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces, which could indicate that the previously noted play in the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has progressed or that the shock absorber misting has led to a loss of damping efficiency. You should also check for any steering pull to one side, which would confirm an alignment issue that is prematurely consuming the tyre tread. Beyond the recorded advisories, you should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the vehicle's underside for signs of structural corrosion, particularly around the sills and subframes, given the vehicle's age. Check the sidewalls of all tyres for any signs of perishing or cracking, which can occur even if tread depth is sufficient. It is also advisable to verify the service history to ensure that fluid changes, specifically brake fluid and coolant, have been carried out on a calendar basis rather than just by mileage, as these fluids degrade over time regardless of distance driven. Finally, inspect the brake discs for excessive lip formation or pitting, which can occur if the vehicle has been used for short, low-speed urban trips.