2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · KP10 EFH

The vehicle holds a current MOT pass from April 17, 2026, yet the overall maintenance trend is worsening. The most recent test at 62,044 miles recorded an advisory for front subframe corrosion near a mounting point, indicating that the extensive structural and mechanical defects identified in the November 2025 failure were rectified, but corrosion remains a persistent issue. The tester flagged the subframe corrosion as not seriously affecting overall security at this stage, but its presence confirms ongoing deterioration. The recorded mileage of 62,044 miles equates to roughly 3,878 miles per year, which is exceptionally low for a 2010 vehicle. Between November 2023 and December 2024, the vehicle covered just 2,923 miles over a twelve-month period. The mileage progression then slows dramatically, accumulating only 28 miles between the November 2025 failure and the April 2026 pass. Prolonged standing periods likely contributed to the widespread corrosion on brake lines, suspension components, and the subframe, as moisture and lack of use accelerate rust formation. A buyer must inspect the structural integrity of the front subframe and chassis mounts closely. The April 2026 advisory confirms active corrosion within 30cm of a mounting point, a critical area for structural rigidity. All four coil springs have consistently appeared as corroded across multiple tests since November 2023, raising concerns about potential cracking under load. The front brake discs were deemed seriously weakened in November 2025, and while presumably replaced for the April 2026 pass, the excessive corrosion on front brake hose ferrules and the deteriorated lower engine mount flagged in the failure require physical verification. Suspension components, including worn rear axle swivel pins, excessively worn front ball joints, and corrosion on the front suspension arms and struts, demand a thorough inspection under load to assess current play and mounting security.