2017 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · GL67 LLR

The defining mechanical story of this 2017 Ford Fiesta is one of recurring lighting and tyre-related advisories across a nine-year MOT history, with two failures recorded — most recently on the same day as the May 2026 pass. The 2026 test logged a fail for an inoperative nearside stop lamp, alongside advisories for a worn (but legal) front brake disc and a non-functioning nearside front fog light, before the vehicle was re-presented and passed the same date. Looking further back, the 2024 test included a dangerous failure for a nearside front tyre with exposed ply or cords, accompanied by advisories on the offside front and nearside rear tyres for edge wear, plus majors for both the nearside stop lamp and nearside rear position lamp. The 2023 pass flagged nearside front brake pads wearing thin, and the 2021 test noted a nearside front tyre similarly worn close to the legal limit. Five tests are recorded, two of which resulted in failures, and the pattern of stop lamp issues appearing twice in two consecutive test cycles is the single most consistent defect on file. Mileage accumulation of 63,805 miles over approximately nine years equates to a relatively modest average of around 7,089 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a car of this age rather than unusually low or high. There are no extended gaps between tests that would suggest the vehicle was laid up, with MOT records appearing annually from 2021 through 2026. This level of regular use, combined with the fact that the brake pad advisory was raised three years ago, suggests that consumable wear items such as pads, discs and tyres have been subjected to steady rather than sporadic use. The most recent advisory for a front brake disc worn but not excessively is consistent with a component approaching but still within serviceable limits at the time of test. For a prospective buyer, the rear lighting faults deserve immediate physical verification. Inspect both rear light clusters for cracked or moisture-laden lens housings, corroded bulb holders, and confirm operation of all stop lamps, position lamps, indicators, and reverse lamps with the ignition on. Check the nearside front fog light function directly, as the 2026 advisory suggests it was still inoperative at the time of re-test, and determine whether the bulb, wiring, or switch is at fault. On a test drive, listen for any brake pedal pulsation or vibration under firm application that could indicate the flagged front brake disc has now worn beyond its advisory threshold, particularly during a steady stop from around 30 mph. The tyre-related advisories from 2021 and 2024 warrant close scrutiny of the remaining tread depth and shoulder wear pattern across all four corners, particularly on the nearside front where the dangerous cord exposure occurred. Uneven shoulder wear can point to suspension component wear, so on a test drive, pay attention to any clonks, knocking, or vagueness through the steering over uneven surfaces, as well as any pulling to one side under braking. Listen for any binding or rubbing from a front caliper if the previously noted thin nearside front pads were not replaced at the time of the advisory, as seized slider mechanisms can accelerate disc wear. Finally, verify that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after engine start and that no dashboard messages related to bulb failure are present, given the repeated rear lighting issues on record.