2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · LO10 JOY

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding mechanical seals and suspension integrity. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 26,849 miles passed, the tester flagged a defective nearside rear reflector, corroded offside rear coil spring, and an oil leak. These issues represent a recurrence of faults from the 2023 test where the coil spring and oil leak were first noted, indicating that certain components are not being proactively replaced but merely monitored. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,441 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-term usage, moving from 14,497 miles in 2021 to 26,849 miles in 2025. This low mileage often suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain components, but it frequently correlates with the degradation of rubber-based parts and accelerated corrosion due to stationary periods, as the ball joint dust covers and coil springs demonstrate here. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear suspension, specifically checking the offside coil spring which has shown signs of corrosion over two consecutive years. The recurring oil leak noted in both 2023 and 2025 requires a close examination to determine if the source is a minor drive shaft seal or a more significant gasket failure. Given the previous deterioration of the ball joint dust covers in 2023, the front suspension assembly should be inspected for perished rubber or play that could lead to mechanical failure despite the low odometer reading.