2014 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · LS14 VNX

The 2014 Ford Fiesta presents a stable and broadly improving maintenance picture as of its most recent MOT on 10 March 2026 at 65,338 miles, where it passed with only a minor advisory for the offside front tyre wearing close to the legal limit. This clean result follows a notably busier test cycle in April 2024, suggesting the previous owner addressed several developing issues promptly. The trend is one of resolution rather than neglect, with the 2026 pass indicating the vehicle is currently in sound mechanical order for its age. The mileage profile tells a story of very light use. At roughly 5,445 miles per year over twelve years, this is well below the UK average. The record shows a gap of over 6,000 miles between June 2023 and April 2024, then a jump of 2,500 miles to the March 2026 test. Such low annual mileage often points to short urban trips or extended periods of inactivity, which can cause its own problems like brake corrosion, tyre perishing, and battery drain, even if the overall wear rate on major components remains low. The April 2024 failure and same-day retest are the most revealing entries in the record. The tester flagged play in the nearside front track rod end ball joint and nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, both classic symptoms of worn suspension bushes common on Fiestas of this generation. A buyer should inspect these components carefully for any renewed play, as they directly affect steering precision and stability. The front brake discs were noted as worn, pitted, or scored during that same test, a condition often exacerbated by a car sitting stationary for long periods. Check the disc faces for lipping and scoring, and assess the pads for uneven wear. Two advisories from the 2024 test also warrant a physical check. The nearside rear tyre was flagged for cracking and perishing, a condition tied to age and UV exposure rather than mileage, meaning the spare or remaining tyres may share the same deterioration if they are original or similarly aged. The nearside headlamp aim was recorded as too low, which could simply need adjustment but may also indicate a broken mounting or previous minor impact. Given the low mileage and recent clean pass, this Fiesta appears mechanically sound, but a pre-purchase inspection should focus on the front suspension linkages, brake condition, and the age-related condition of all four tyres.