2011 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · ML11 HYB

The 2011 Ford Fiesta holds a valid MOT pass certificate dated 14 February 2026 at 111,713 miles, though the record reveals a pattern of borderline maintenance rather than consistent preventative care. The most recent test was a retest following a failure on the same day, indicating the previous owner addressed the immediate failure point, an insecure front registration plate, but left several advisories unresolved. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but shows a recurring failure to address wear items before they reach critical thresholds. Front brake discs have appeared as worn, pitted, or scored in every test since at least March 2024, suggesting they have been operating in a degraded state for over two years. The offside rear coil spring was flagged as corroded in the February 2026 test, a concern that has not yet been rectified and warrants close inspection for structural integrity. The vehicle has covered approximately 8,857 miles in the fourteen months between the February 2025 test at 102,856 miles and the February 2026 test at 111,713 miles. This is a noticeable increase compared to the vehicle's lifetime average of roughly 7,448 miles per year, pointing to a period of heavier recent use. The mileage progression from 96,098 miles in March 2024 to 102,856 miles in February 2025, an increase of 6,758 miles in eleven months, confirms this uptick. No significant gaps appear in the record, and the annual testing pattern has been consistent, which supports the reliability of the odometer readings. A buyer should pay particular attention to the front braking system. The repeated advisory for worn, pitted, or scored front brake discs across multiple tests suggests the discs have been operating below optimal surface condition for an extended period, increasing the risk of uneven pad wear, reduced braking efficiency, and potential warping. The offside rear coil spring corrosion flagged in February 2026 is a structural concern that could indicate broader underbody corrosion, particularly given the vehicle's age. Inspect the spring seat, subframe mounting points, and inner wing lower sections for advanced corrosion that could compromise suspension geometry. The historical advisory for play in the offside front suspension arm ball joint and steering rack inner joint, noted in March 2024 and February 2025 respectively, should be checked for progression, as worn joints directly affect steering precision and tyre wear patterns. Tyre condition has been a recurring theme, with both front tyres worn close to the legal limit in March 2024 and the offside front tyre flagged again in February 2026. This pattern suggests the vehicle may suffer from alignment issues or that previous owners have deferred replacement until tread depths approach the 1.6mm minimum. A thorough four-wheel alignment check and suspension geometry inspection are advisable. The deteriorated rear registration plate, while minor, reflects a general attitude toward deferred minor repairs that may extend to less visible areas of the vehicle.