2012 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · LT12 OMK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the most recent inspection indicates a shift toward mechanical wear after a period of clean records. The April 2026 test at 41,696 miles flagged several issues, including a severely deteriorated nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover and worn front brake discs. While the car passed despite these defects, the appearance of these faults after years without failures suggests components are now reaching the end of their functional life due to age rather than high mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. Data shows a significant gap between August 2023 and April 2024 where only 13 miles were recorded, followed by a more consistent usage of roughly 4,000 miles annually since then. This low-frequency usage pattern explains the perishation noted in April 2025 at 36,800 miles, where the tester flagged cracking and perishing tyres, as rubber components tend to degrade over time when vehicles remain stationary or undergo limited use. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension thoroughly to ensure the ball joint dust cover has been replaced and that no play has entered the steering geometry. The worn front brake discs, while not yet excessively lipped, indicate that the braking system should be checked for thickness and pitting to ensure stopping performance. Additionally, the deterioration of both registration plates noted in 2026 requires replacement to maintain legal compliance, and the tyres should be examined for further sidewall cracking consistent with the vehicle's low-mileage history.