2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · J22 SLC

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a reactive maintenance strategy rather than proactive care. While the most recent test on 28 July 2025 at 90,590 miles passed, it followed a failure due to multiple defects including thin brake pads, low brake fluid levels, and corroded rear coil springs. The recurring nature of brake-related issues across several years suggests that the owner only addresses components when forced by an MOT failure, leaving the vehicle operating with diminishing margins between tests. At 90,590 miles over 11 years, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 8,235 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK domestic use. However, the usage pattern shifted significantly recently. Between August 2023 (62,247 miles) and July 2025 (90,590 miles), the car covered nearly 28,000 miles in two years. This increased activity coincides with a higher frequency of mechanical failures, including structural damage, mismatched tyres, and deteriorating suspension components, indicating the vehicle is now under much greater strain on its aging parts. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension system, as the rear coil springs have been flagged for corrosion since at least 2024 and remain a point of concern. The previous failure of the front ball joint dust cover in 2023 suggests other rubber bushes and joints are nearing the end of their life. Furthermore, the braking system requires close scrutiny; the consistent reporting of thin pads and worn-lipped discs, combined with low fluid levels, indicates either a leak or a high wear rate that has not been properly rectified. The history also reveals instances of poor vehicle stewardship, evidenced by the 2024 failure for mismatched tyres on the same axle and exposed cords on another tyre. The buyer should verify the current state of the tyre pressure monitoring system and the electricals, as the headlamp and stop lamps have failed previously. Given the trend of ignoring faults until they reach failure status, the vehicle is likely to require immediate investment in consumables in the near future to maintain safety standards.