2011 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · M44 TBF

This vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate until September 2026, but the maintenance trend indicates a worsening mechanical condition. While the car has consistently passed its annual inspections, the recurring advisories for steering rack play and persistent oil leaks suggest that the owner has prioritised passing the test over performing proactive repairs. The most recent September 2025 inspection flagged structural corrosion on the sill, signalling that the vehicle is now entering a phase where age-related degradation requires closer monitoring. The recorded mileage of 134,639 over fifteen years averages out to approximately 9,000 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical UK usage. The history shows steady accumulation throughout the vehicle's life, with no significant gaps that would suggest long-term storage or neglect. The pattern of annual testing has remained remarkably consistent since 2015, indicating that the car has been in regular use throughout its tenure on the road. Prospective buyers should prioritise a thorough inspection of the steering and suspension systems. The steering rack inner joints have been flagged repeatedly since 2023, and the track rod ends have shown intermittent play for several years, which likely points to worn bushings throughout the front end. You must also verify the extent of the sill corrosion noted in the latest test, as this area is prone to structural rot on this model. Finally, check the engine bay for the source of the long-standing oil leak, as the failure to address this over multiple years may have resulted in oil contamination of surrounding rubber components or under-tray shielding.