2017 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · GL67 FCU

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a recent downward trend in maintenance standards. While the car maintained a clean record for several years, the February 2026 test at 48,137 miles resulted in an initial failure due to multiple consumable defects and a mechanical steering issue. Although it passed following remedial work, the presence of worn front brake discs, thin inner pads, and edge-worn front tyres indicates that basic maintenance intervals are being neglected. The mileage profile suggests light usage, averaging approximately 5,349 miles per year over its nine-year lifespan. The data shows a consistent, low-volume accumulation, moving from 25,424 miles in February 2023 to 39,970 miles in February 2025, and finally 48,137 miles in February 2026. This low annual mileage often implies less mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but the sudden appearance of multiple wear-related faults in the most recent test suggests the vehicle may have spent periods stationary or that the owner is only addressing defects when they trigger an MOT failure. A prospective buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the steering system. The February 2026 test flagged a slight knock when turning, which the tester attributed to a possible universal joint or steering rack issue. This is a significant mechanical concern that goes beyond simple consumable replacement. The tester's note regarding the steering rack or universal joint requires professional verification to ensure the fault is not a symptom of more expensive component failure. Further attention should be directed toward the braking system and tyres. The recent history of worn discs, thin pads, and edge-worn tyres suggests the car requires a thorough check of all four corners to ensure no binding calipers or unevenly wearing components remain. Given the February 2026 failure involving a cut tyre reaching the cords, the buyer should inspect the sidewalls of all tyres for similar structural damage or previous repairs that could compromise safety.