2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MA10 MVD

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status with an improving trend in mechanical presentation. The most recent MOT conducted on 7 January 2025 at 206,390 miles passed with no defects or advisories, indicating that the previous owner successfully addressed prior mechanical issues. While the history shows intermittent failures in earlier years, the clean sheet on the latest inspection suggests that the vehicle is currently meeting the minimum safety and emissions standards despite its high mileage. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 206,390 miles represents a high-intensity usage pattern, averaging approximately 12,900 miles per annum. The data shows consistent and heavy use, particularly with 19,272 miles covered between October 2022 and October 2023, and another 17,580 miles covered between October 2023 and January 2025. This rapid mileage accumulation suggests the vehicle has seen significant road exposure, which typically accelerates the wear on drivetrain components and suspension bushings compared to lower-mile examples. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and suspension components to account for the high mileage history. The failures in 2022 and 2023 indicate that the vehicle has previously struggled with components requiring replacement, though the specific faults were later rectified. Look closely for corrosion on the sills and rear mounting points, and check for play in the control arms and shock absorbers. Given the high distance travelled, verifying the condition of the brake calipers and the thickness of the discs is also essential to ensure the recent clean pass has not masked imminent mechanical wear.