2019 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Petrol · GL19 RYY

The defining mechanical thread across this Ford Fiesta's recent MOT history is a pattern of rear axle and tyre concerns rather than any structural or braking failure, with the most recent test on 6 November 2025 returning a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded. A single failure did occur on 12 May 2025, but it was isolated to front tyre tread depth falling below the 1.6 mm legal limit on both sides and a non-functioning nearside headlamp on dipped beam, all of which are straightforward service items rather than indicators of systemic deterioration. The 2024 test was similarly clear on the pass/fail criterion, but carried advisories on both rear shock absorbers showing light oil misting and a slightly distorted nearside rear road wheel. The 2023 test continued this theme, logging advisories for rear shock absorber misting on the offside, perished/damaged tyres front and rear, a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit on its inner edge, and a TPMS warning lamp active. Taken together, the advisory trail points to consumable wear on the rear suspension and tyres that has been monitored across multiple tests, with the most recent pass demonstrating no new flags at this stage. At 43,976 miles over roughly seven years, this Fiesta has accumulated mileage at an annual rate of approximately 6,280 miles, which is broadly in line with average usage for a car of this type and age. There are no extended gaps between tests that would suggest long periods off the road, and the relatively even spacing of the four recorded tests between March 2023 and November 2025 is consistent with a vehicle in regular, moderate use. Mechanically, this mileage profile means the typical wear items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and suspension bushes will have seen proportionate but not excessive service life, while major drivetrain components are unlikely to be near end-of-life thresholds given the odometer reading. The fact that no advisories related to brake disc wear, exhaust integrity, or corrosion have appeared across any of the recorded tests is a neutral observation consistent with a vehicle that has not been exposed to particularly harsh conditions or neglected use. For a prospective buyer, the rear shock absorbers flagged with light oil misting in both 2023 and 2024 warrant specific attention on a test drive. Listen for any clonking or knocking from the rear over uneven surfaces, particularly speed humps and potholes, as oil misting is often the first visible stage of seal wear before the dampers begin to function inefficiently. Pay particular attention to the vehicle's behaviour during direction changes at moderate speed; if the rear end feels loose, floaty, or takes more than one oscillation to settle after a bump, the dampers may have deteriorated beyond the advisory stage. Visually inspect the rear shocks for fresh oil residue, wetness around the shaft, or any staining on the surrounding bodywork, and check the mounting bushes for cracking or perishing, as these are common companion wear items on a Fiesta of this age. The tyre-related advisories from 2023, specifically the inner edge wear on the nearside rear and the cracking noted on both front tyres, also deserve focused inspection. Inner shoulder wear on a single rear tyre can indicate issues with camber, suspension geometry, or tracking, so it is worth confirming that all four tyres are of matching brand, size, and tread depth, and that wear patterns are even across the axle. Check for any pulling to one side under steady throttle, vibration through the steering wheel at speed, or uneven tyre wear that could suggest alignment has drifted since the last test. The slightly distorted nearside rear wheel flagged in 2024 should be checked for any remaining buckle or lateral run-out, which can present as a subtle vibration through the cabin at higher speeds. Finally, although no structural corrosion advisories have been recorded, a walkaround inspection of the rear axle, suspension arms, and underbody should still be carried out, as Fiestas of this generation can be prone to surface corrosion on exposed subframe and hub components, and any signs of heavy rust here would warrant further investigation before purchase.