2018 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · K24 RAV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to upkeep. The most recent test in March 2026 at 70,835 miles resulted in a failure due to multiple tyre issues, headlight misalignment, and a faulty repeater bulb. While the car passed immediately after these rectifications, the recurring nature of tyre wear and brake failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten an MOT certificate, rather than performing routine inspections or preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,850 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 8,288 miles between the March 2024 test at 44,241 miles and the March 2025 test at 52,529 miles, followed by another 18,306 miles covered before the March 2026 test. This recent spike in usage indicates increased activity, which places a higher demand on consumables like suspension components and braking systems. A buyer should inspect the front-end suspension geometry and alignment specifically, as the March 2026 failure noted uneven wear on the outer edges of the front tyres. This often points to worn control arm bushes or incorrect tracking settings. Furthermore, the March 2024 failure for front brake pads being below 1.5mm confirms that the braking system has been pushed to its absolute limit. A thorough check of the remaining pad life and an inspection for tyre sidewall cracking, as noted in the 2025 advisory, is essential to ensure the rubber is not nearing age-related degradation despite the tread depth.