2011 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · LO11 VPR

The 2011 Ford Fiesta presents a mixed maintenance profile with a currently valid MOT that ran clean. The most recent test on 26 June 2025 at 129,236 miles recorded zero defects, a sharp contrast to the preceding failure just one day earlier on 25 June 2025 at the same mileage. That failure revealed a cluster of basic defects: all four road wheel fixings were missing, both front position lamps were inoperative, the nearside rear reflector was missing, and the windscreen washer reservoir was insufficient. The immediate pass the following day indicates these were rectified promptly, but the nature of the defects points to a vehicle that was not thoroughly prepared for its annual test. The overall trend is broadly stable rather than worsening, though the pattern of failing first and passing on retest suggests reactive rather than proactive upkeep. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 8,616 miles per year over the vehicle's fifteen-year life, which is typical for a small urban or suburban hatchback. The record shows a clean pass on 27 June 2023 at 113,509 miles, followed by a failure on 26 June 2023 at 113,508 miles that flagged a worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint and excessively worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes on both sides. These are structural suspension components, not consumables, and their failure at that mileage suggests the vehicle may have seen rough use or deferred maintenance. The jump from 113,509 miles in June 2023 to 121,750 miles in June 2024 represents approximately 8,241 miles in one year, consistent with the long-term average. No significant gaps or anomalies appear in the mileage record. A buyer inspecting this Fiesta in person should pay close attention to the front and rear suspension. The 2023 failure identified a worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint and degraded rear axle swivel pins and bushes on both sides. Even though the 2024 and 2025 tests passed without related advisories, these components deteriorate progressively, and any clunking from the front end or vague rear-end handling warrants a thorough check. The 2024 test also flagged front brake pads approaching the 1.5mm minimum thickness, so the condition of the front brake discs and pads should be verified. Tyre wear was noted on the offside front in 2024, which may indicate tracking or alignment issues that have since been corrected or may still be present. The cluster of missing wheel fixings in the 2025 failure is unusual and concerning. A buyer should inspect all four wheels for any signs of loose studs, elongated hub holes, or recent disturbance to the fixings. While the current MOT is clean, the history suggests a vehicle that has required repeated attention to fundamental safety items, and a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly advisable.