2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · H5 SSN

The 2026‑02‑06 MOT passed the vehicle, but the tester flagged a slightly insecure central rear heatshield and a slightly insecure central heatshield, indicating minor structural concerns. Apart from these heatshield issues, no major defects were recorded, suggesting the car is currently roadworthy, yet the repeated failures on suspension and brake components in earlier tests reveal a deteriorating maintenance trend rather than improvement. Mileage has risen from 21,514 miles in August 2017 to an estimated 62,719 miles by February 2025, a gain of roughly 4,200 miles per year. The interval between the 2021‑02‑27 test at 32,526 miles and the 2022‑02‑11 failure at 39,530 miles shows a rapid accumulation of 7,000 miles in one year, while the consecutive 2024‑02‑02 tests at the same mileage (54,836) indicate a retest after immediate remedial work. No prolonged periods of inactivity are evident, but the frequent re‑tests at similar odometer readings point to ongoing repair activity. A buyer should therefore prioritize inspection of the suspension system, specifically the near‑side front and rear anti‑roll bar linkage ball joints, the trailing arm bushes and suspension arm pins, all of which have been noted as excessively worn in multiple tests from 2022 onward. The brake discs, repeatedly recorded as worn, pitted or obviously worn, demand close examination for thickness and scoring, while the tyres, showing wear close to the legal limit and exposed cords on the off‑side front tyre, require tread depth measurement and visual inspection for cord damage. The insecure heatshields and the persistent oil leak, though not excessive, should also be verified for secure fitting and source of leakage. Overall, the vehicle’s roadworthiness is marginal due to recurring suspension and brake deficiencies despite a recent pass, and a prospective purchaser must conduct a thorough physical inspection of these high‑risk components before committing to a purchase.