2011 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · KW51 ACW

The latest MOT on 6 November 2025 at 107 557 miles passed, with only advisory notes on sub‑frame corrosion. Over the past two years the record shows a shift from outright failures to advisory items, indicating a stabilising maintenance pattern. Earlier years display intermittent failures for tyre tread, suspension ball‑joint wear and brake‑fluid levels, but no recent serious defects have recurred. At 15 years old the car has accumulated 107 557 miles, averaging roughly 7 200 miles per year – a mileage rate that sits comfortably within the typical range for a Fiesta of this age. The MOT dates progress annually from 26 July 2017 (54 707 mi) to 6 November 2025 (107 557 mi), with mileage increments of 6‑8 000 miles between tests, suggesting regular use without prolonged idle periods. No large gaps in testing are evident, and the mileage history appears consistently documented. The recurring advisory on front and rear sub‑frame corrosion warrants a visual inspection for any advancing rust, especially around mounting points and inner sills. Repeated notes on front suspension ball‑joint play (2017, 2018, 2022) suggest that the lower ball joints should be examined for wear and possible replacement. Tyre tread depth has been flagged repeatedly in 2021, 2022 and 2024; the buyer must verify current tread depths and look for uneven wear that could indicate alignment issues. Brake fluid was close to the minimum mark in 2024 and service‑brake binding was noted in 2021, so a pressure test and fluid top‑up are advisable. Finally, the 2022 headlamp aim failures and the 2021 tyre‑nail incident highlight the need to check lighting alignment and wheel integrity before purchase.