2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · MH16 OKM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension and steering components. While it passed the most recent test in January 2026 at 61,895 miles, the tester identified mechanical defects including a damaged central rear engine mounting and play in the offside front steering rack inner joints. These issues represent a progression from the advisories seen in 2025, where only light oil misting on shock absorbers and tyre wear were noted. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. There is a gap of 13,920 miles between the January 2025 test at 47,975 miles and the January 2026 test, suggesting regular annual use over the last year. This steady accumulation of miles, combined with the recurring failures of the offside rear tyre in 2024 and 2025, indicates that the owner likely deferred basic consumable replacements until they reached the legal limit. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front end to assess the extent of the play in the steering rack joints, as this can affect handling precision and cause uneven tyre wear. The misting on all four shock absorbers noted in early 2026 suggests the seals are beginning to fail and will require replacement in the near future. Additionally, the damaged central rear engine mounting should be checked for excessive vibration or noise during acceleration, as the tester flagged it as a defect despite not being beyond excess.