2012 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MM12 RTU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean passes to emerging mechanical wear. The most recent test conducted in August 2025 at 35,190 miles introduced multiple advisories that were absent in previous years. While the car passed the inspection, the appearance of oil misting on shock absorbers and corroded coil springs indicates that components are beginning to degrade due to age and stationary periods rather than high-mile stress. At 14 years old, the recorded 35,190 miles is exceptionally low, averaging only about 2,500 miles per year. The data shows a pattern of minimal use between 2021 and 2024, where the vehicle covered just 2,769 miles over three years. However, this low usage often leads too of rubber-based components. This is evidenced by the 2025 advisory regarding perishing and cracking front tyres, which suggests the rubber compound is out its lifespan despite potentially having sufficient tread depth. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the rear suspension and braking system. The 2025 report flagged rear shock absorbers and corroded coil springs suggests that structural rust may soon lead to component failure if not monitored. Furthermore, the 2023 record of thin pads and pitted discs indicates that the braking system has suffered from surface corrosion, common in low-mile vehicles. You should check for deep cracking in the tyre sidewalls and verify the integrity of the shock seals to ensure the light misting has not progressed to a significant leak.