2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · JR56 COS

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 104,491 miles, this followed a failure just six days prior involving significant structural wear. The tester previously flagged excessively worn sub-frame pins and bushes at the rear, alongside play in the offside track rod end. These issues indicate that critical suspension components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure, rather than during routine servicing. The mileage history of 104,491 miles over 12 years reflects a consistent and average-use pattern of approximately 8,700 miles per annum, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. However, the data shows a steady accumulation of miles between 2019 and 2026, where the car climbed from 63,872 to over 104,000 miles. Despite this regular usage, the recurring failures related to tyres and brake components suggest the owner has frequently neglected basic consumable upkeep until forced into act by an MOT tester. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sub-frame and suspension mounting points, as the record shows repeated issues with worn bushes and pins. The persistent history of uneven tyre wear and bald edges, dating back to 2017 and 2018, suggests potential alignment problems or worn shock absorbers that remain unaddressed. Additionally, the exhaust flexi pipe leak was a known defect across 2024 and 2025, which should be verified as a permanent repair rather than a temporary fix. The frequent flagging of pads and pitted discs indicates that the braking system is likely nearing the end of its service life again.