2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MA60 FXH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural corrosion and mechanical neglect. While it passed the latest test on 8 July 2026 at 99,151 miles, the tester flagged corrosion on the front sub-frame and rear fuel pipes. This follows a significant failure in April 2026 where the car exhibited a major exhaust leak, emission failures, and an oil leak from the transmission side cover. The recurring nature of structural issues suggests that the vehicle is only being maintained when necessary for compliance rather than through preventative care. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. However, there is a notable spike in usage between May 2025 (77,823 miles) and July 2026 (99,151 miles), where the car covered over 21,000 miles in just fourteen months. This rapid accumulation coincides with a series of mechanical failures, including a brake cylinder leak and worn ball joints, indicating that the vehicle is now being used with aging components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis integrity, specifically focusing on the front sub-frame and suspension arms which have been flagged for corrosion since at least 2024. The braking system requires close scrutiny given the history of inoperative parking brakes, leaking hydraulic cylinders, and imbalanced performance across the axle. Additionally, the transmission side oil leak noted in April 2026 should be verified to ensure the fault has not worsened. The frequent reports of perishing tyres and blown bulbs suggests that previous owners often ignored basic consumables until they triggered an MOT failure, pointing to a reactive approach to vehicle upkeep.