2011 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · LC11 XOL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of worsening structural and mechanical deterioration. While it passed the latest test in April 2026 at 100,561 miles, the record reveals persistent issues with corrosion corrosion and degrading suspension components. The transition from a major failure in April 2025 to a pass in 2026 shows that immediate faults were addressed, yet the emergence of new advisories regarding wheel bearings and drive belts suggests that mechanical wear is accelerating. At 100,561 miles over 15 years, the Fiesta averages approximately 6,700 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-mileage usage. However, there is a significant gap in testing data between October 2023 and April 2025, during which the vehicle covered over 5,000 miles. The failure in 2025 at 96,601 miles highlighted a period of neglect, evidenced by a critical safety failure on the offside front tyre with exposed cords and a parking brake operating well below legal efficiency. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the offside rear sills and chassis legs, which have been flagged for corrosion consistently across 2023, 2025, and 2026. While the tester currently deems the rigidity not significantly reduced, the recurring mention of rust on integral body structures indicates an active process. The braking system also requires scrutiny, as the records show a history of corroded brake pipes and parking brake failures that have persisted over several years. The steering column universal joint, which has shown play since 2025, should be tested for any tactile vibration or feedback. The noisy nearside front wheel bearing noted in the April 2026 test is a developing fault that will require replacement. Given the history of worn track rod ends and anti-roll bar linkages, the entire suspension assembly should be checked for excessive play to ensure no further mechanical failures are imminent.