2012 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · GL61 UGZ

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the most recent test in September 2025 at 119,828 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior involving multiple safety-critical defects. The mechanical state appears unstable, as recurring issues with the rear suspension, exhaust, and tyres consistently appear across the last three annual cycles. This suggests the owner addresses faults only when forced by a testing failure rather than performing routine preventative inspections. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. The records show steady progression, moving from 109,459 miles in September 2023 to 119,828 miles in September 2025. This moderate mileage indicates the car is not subjected to extreme use, but the low frequency of travel often accelerates age-related degradation of rubber components and metalwork, which is evident in the corrosion and perished failures noted throughout the report. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire suspension and exhaust system. The record repeatedly flags corroded rear coil springs and deteriorated ball joint dust covers, which are prone to sudden failure if not replaced. The exhaust system shows a persistent history of corrosion and leaks since 2023, suggesting the structural integrity of the piping is thinning. The frequent failures for tyre damage, including exposed cords and structural tears, indicate a lack of attention to basic consumables, necessitating an immediate check of all remaining rubber for sidewall cracking.