2020 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition T Mhev 1.0L Petrol · LC70 WZV

The 2020 Ford Fiesta ST-Line Edition T-MHEV holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 18 October 2025 at 97,079 miles, which remains current until 18 October 2026. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, with no serious structural or mechanical failures recorded across the four tests. The most recent pass was clean apart from two advisories for inner edge wear on both front tyres, indicating a developing alignment or tracking issue rather than a critical defect. A child seat fitted in the rear prevented full inspection of the adult belt, a recurring administrative note that masks the condition of the seatbelt webbing and buckle mechanism. The mileage accumulation is notably high for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 16,180 miles per year. The record shows a significant jump of 19,674 miles between the November 2024 test at 77,405 miles and the October 2025 test at 97,079 miles, suggesting sustained high-intensity use over the past year. The earlier interval from November 2023 at 55,694 miles to November 2024 at 77,405 miles also reflects a consistent 21,711-mile annual increase. This sustained high mileage places above-average stress on consumable components, particularly tyres, brake pads, and suspension bushes. Buyers should pay close attention to the front suspension geometry. The repeated advisory for inner edge wear on both front tyres in the October 2025 test points to excessive toe misalignment or worn suspension bushes and track rod ends. A four-wheel alignment check is advisable before purchase. The front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in November 2023 at 55,694 miles, and given the subsequent 41,385 miles covered since, the pads and discs are likely approaching or past replacement. Inspect the disc thickness and pad depth carefully, and check for any lipping or uneven wear. The headlamp aim advisories from the November 2023 failure were resolved at the retest on the same day, so no ongoing lighting defect is indicated. The nail puncture noted in the nearside rear tyre in November 2024 was repaired, but the inner edge wear pattern on the front axle suggests the rear tyres should also be inspected for abnormal wear. Given the high mileage and the child seat obstruction noted in two separate tests, a thorough inspection of all seatbelt webbing, buckles, and anchor points is recommended to confirm full mechanical integrity.