2018 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · KL06 POW

The 2018 Ford Fiesta presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT on 27 March 2026 at 71,746 miles with zero defects recorded. A single advisory appeared in October 2024 at 59,775 miles regarding cracking and perishing on both rear tyres, but the subsequent tests in October 2025 and March 2026 show these consumable items were addressed and replaced. The absence of any recurring mechanical or structural defects across the last three tests indicates a sound baseline of roadworthiness. The recorded mileage of 71,746 miles equates to roughly 8,968 miles per year, reflecting typical light use for an eight-year-old vehicle. The interval between the March 2022 test at 43,067 miles and the October 2023 test at 51,551 miles shows a steady accumulation of 8,484 miles over 19 months. A tighter usage pattern emerged between October 2023 and October 2025, adding 8,474 miles over two years, before the most recent interval saw 3,497 miles covered between October 2025 and March 2026. The record is clean and consistent, with no glaring gaps or sudden surges that suggest prolonged standing or excessive motorway wear. Despite the clean paperwork, a physical inspection should focus on the condition of the rear suspension and wheel bearings, as the 2024 advisory for perishing rear tyres suggests the vehicle may have stood for extended periods or endured slow-speed urban driving. Check the sidewalls of the current rear tyres for uneven wear or fresh cracking, and closely examine the inner edges for hidden damage. Inspect the rear brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven corrosion, a common issue on lightly used Fiestas. Finally, scrutinise the underside of the vehicle, particularly the rear subframe and suspension mounting points, for any signs of surface corrosion or structural rust that might not yet trigger a failure but could compromise long-term integrity.