2014 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · MK14 WKC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 110,251 miles passed, it followed a failure just five days prior. The trend shows recurring instability in mechanical upkeep, with the car repeatedly failing on emissions and suspension components over the last two years. This suggests the previous owner only addressed faults when necessitated by an MOT test failure rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. At 110,251 miles over 12 years, the Fiesta averages approximately 9,188 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for its age. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests. However, the steady usage has not prevented premature wear on critical components, as evidenced by the repeated failures related to front suspension ball joints and tyre wear, which indicate potential issues with alignment or worn front end assembly components. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, specifically the nearside front suspension arm ball joint which was flagged as excessively worn in both December 2023 and December 2025. The recurring nature of this fault suggests the assembly may not have been fully replaced or that another component is causing accelerated wear. The exhaust emissions also exceeded limits in both 2023 and 2025, indicating a persistent engine management issue or a failing sensor that has not yet been fully rectified. The structural integrity of the exhaust system requires attention, as the rear silencer casing was noted as corroded in the two most recent tests. While it did not cause a failure yet, corrosion on the silencer will eventually lead to a structural failure. Additionally, the consistent history of inner-edge tyre wear across multiple tests points to a mis wheel alignment or worn steering bushings that should be verified to avoid further premature replacement of new tyres.