2011 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · GJ11 VAF

The vehicle presents a history of reactive maintenance, where faults are typically addressed only immediately following an MOT failure. The most recent test on 15 November 2025 at 119,333 miles passed with no defects, suggesting the issues identified in the previous year were rectified. However, the failure in November 2024 at 113,294 miles highlighted significant mechanical wear, including an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint and a nearside track rod end, alongside thin front brake pads and pitted discs. A non-excessive oil leak was noted during that test and remains an advisory, indicating a persistent seal issue that requires monitoring. At 119,333 miles, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 8,000 miles per year over its fifteen-year life, which aligns with typical usage for this age. The record shows a recurring pattern of suspension and tyre component failures. In December 2023 at 103,191 miles, the tester flagged a critical structural failure in the rear axle swivel pins and bushes, as well as dangerous structural deamination on both rear tyres. The presence of these faults suggests that the previous owner neglected routine inspections until the annual test forced necessary repairs. A buyer should focus closely on the front suspension geometry and braking system, as ball joints and track rod ends have failed multiple times across the recorded years. The history of exposed tyre cords in 2022 and 2023 indicates previous instances where tyres were driven well beyond safety limits. While the 2025 pass is clean, the underlying trend of minor oil leaks and past axle bush wear suggests the vehicle is reaching a stage of component degradation. A physical inspection of the current brake discs and the integrity of the exhaust heat shield is advised to ensure no new corrosion has developed since the last test.