2010 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · M5 FKX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While it passed the most recent November 2025 test at 123,057 miles, the failure just five days prior at 123,003 miles reveals a major exhaust leak, a seriously leaking nearside front shock absorber, and failed stop lamps. The fact that these faults were rectified immediately before the pass suggests the owner only addresses significant mechanical failures when strictly necessary to pass the annual inspection. At 16 years old, the Ford Fiesta has averaged approximately 7,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a small hatchback. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 5,500 miles covered between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests, and another 5,600 miles between October 2023 and late 2024. This steady mileage suggests the drivetrain components are subject to standard wear, though the frequency of tyre-related issues across all years indicates that the vehicle is driven regularly rather than sitting into neglect. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and exhaust system. The record shows previously corroded front coil springs in 2023 and a failed shock absorber in 2025, indicating that the rubber and metal suspension components are reaching the end of their service life. Furthermore, the recurring mention of tyres worn to the edge or near the legal limit in every single test since 2022 suggests potential alignment issues or a lack of basic vehicle maintenance. The exhaust system should be checked for structural corrosion to ensure the 2025 leak was fully resolved and not merely a temporary patch.