2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · GF65 VBB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test on 11 August 2025 at 68,482 miles resulted in a failure due to a structurally damaged nearside rear tyre and a worn offside rear tyre. While the vehicle passed upon immediate rectification, the recurring nature of tyre issues suggests that the owner only addresses consumables when they fail inspection rather than during routine servicing. At 68,482 miles, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 6,226 miles per year, which aligns closely with typical national averages for a car of this age. The mileage progression shows consistent use, with roughly 7,700 miles covered between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 8,100 miles in the year leading to the latest test. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stationary neglect, which can often lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and fluid seals. A buyer should inspect the braking system closely, as the July 2023 test at 58,138 miles flagged both front brake discs as pitted and scored. Although no failures were noted in subsequent tests, surface corrosion often indicates long periods of sitting or infrequent cleaning, which can lead to binding calipers. The history of perishing and cracking tyres in 2023 followed by physical damage in 2025 highlights that the rubber-based components are reaching the end of their functional life. A physical check of the suspension bushes and sidewalls is necessary to ensure that the low mileage has not masked age-related dry rot.