2012 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MT12 LNN

A recurring pattern of tyre perishing and emerging wear on braking and steering components defines the mechanical history of this vehicle. While it passed its latest inspection on 4 October 2025, the record indicates a trend of persistent advisories, transitioning from rear suspension corrosion and tyre cracking in earlier years to front-end wear more recently. With 57,264 miles recorded over 14 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 4,090 miles per year. This low annual accumulation is consistent with the specific defects noted in the MOT history, particularly the repeated mentions of tyres cracking and perishing rather than wearing down through high mileage. Such usage patterns often result in components degrading due to age and standing rather than operational wear. Immediate attention is required for the front braking system, as the most recent test flagged pitted and scored brake discs, following a 2024 advisory for thin brake pads. During a test drive, feel for any judder through the brake pedal or abnormal grinding noises during deceleration. The 2024 record also noted play in the offside front steering rack inner joint; this should be assessed by checking for any vagueness in the steering response or knocking sounds when turning the wheel at low speeds. The chassis history shows previous concerns regarding corrosion of the rear coil springs and a failure in 2022 due to an exhaust leak affecting emissions. While these may have been addressed, a physical inspection of the rear suspension for further corrosion is advisable. Additionally, given the history of tyres reaching legal limits or perishing across multiple years, the current condition and age of all four tyres should be verified to ensure they are not structurally compromised.