2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · LT66 UOC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding suspension and tyre condition. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 86,573 miles, this followed a failure just one week prior. That failure highlighted multiple safety concerns, including non-functional stop lamps, a structural tyre bulge, and excessively worn axle swivel bushes. The fact that the car required immediate repairs to pass suggests the owner only addresses faults when forced by the MOT tester rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per annum. Between September 2022 at 64,391 miles and September 2025 at 86,573 miles, the car covered over 22,000 miles, showing steady usage patterns. However, the interval between the 2024 pass and the 2025 failure shows that the mileage accumulation alone does not explain the degradation of rubber components or tyre wear, as evidenced by the recurring suspension advisories. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the rear suspension, as the axle swivel bushes have progressed from slightly worn in 2023 to excessively worn in 2025. This indicates a potential alignment issue or failing components that could cause the uneven wear observed across multiple tests. The recurring reports of uneven tyre wear on the front axle across 2023, 2024, and 2025 suggest the vehicle geometry is out of specification and requires professional adjustment. Additionally, the exhaust flexi-leak noted in 2024 should be verified to ensure it has not worsened into a significant structural failure or cause emissions issues.