2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · LO59 YLD

The maintenance trend for this 2010 Ford Fiesta shows a worsening pattern of structural and mechanical defects, culminating in the most recent test on 2025-11-17 at 68,205 miles where the tester flagged damaged inner front tyre sidewalls. While the vehicle continues to pass its annual assessment, the progression from zero defects in late 2021 to corrosion and worn suspension components by 2024 indicates declining standards of upkeep. The tester flagged corrosion on both rear coil springs in December 2023, and this defect persisted in the December 2024 test, suggesting the issue was ignored rather than rectified. This neglect points to a previous owner who patched immediate failures rather than addressing underlying deterioration. The recorded mileage of 68,205 miles equates to roughly 4,263 miles per year, reflecting unusually light use for a 16-year-old vehicle. The usage pattern is inconsistent. Between December 2023 and December 2024, the car covered just 2,294 miles, yet in the following eleven months leading to November 2025, it suddenly accumulated 9,218 miles. This spike implies a change in ownership or usage, though the seven-and-a-half-month gap since the last MOT leaves the current condition entirely unverified. A buyer must ascertain whether the vehicle has been sitting idle or covering high mileage without a fresh test. A physical inspection must prioritise the rear suspension and underbody, given the recurring advisories. The tester noted the rear axle swivel pins and bushes were slightly worn in December 2024, alongside corrosion on both rear coil springs. Prolonged light use often accelerates such corrosion on springs and exhaust components, evidenced by the loose rear heat shield flagged in the same test. Moving to the front end, the December 2023 test recorded worn suspension arm bushes and slight play in the offside front lower ball joint, alongside pitted front brake discs. These items degrade slowly, but the lack of rectification suggests ongoing wear that likely demands immediate replacement now. Check the inner sidewalls of the front tyres carefully, as the November 2025 test identified damage that typically results from kerb strikes or underinflation.