2015 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · MT15 FWX

A recurring vulnerability in the rear suspension and repeated rubber degradation on the axles define the mechanical history of this Ford Fiesta, which successfully secured another MOT pass on 2026-05-27. While recent annual tests have concluded without a formal refusal, the record reveals a persistent pattern of component wear, most notably a fractured offside rear coil spring that caused a test failure in 2020, alongside recurring advisories for perished tyre sidewalls and early-stage corrosion on the rear springs noted again in subsequent years. This trajectory indicates that while the vehicle continues to clear its annual statutory inspections, the suspension and rolling elements require vigilant monitoring to prevent minor surface degradation from escalating into structural or operational faults. Accumulating just 46,725 miles over its approximately eleven-year lifespan yields an average of roughly 4,248 miles per year, placing this Fiesta well below typical national mileage expectations for its age. This lighter-than-average usage pattern is marked by consistent annual testing intervals with no prolonged gaps or suspicious lapses in roadworthiness verification. Mechanically, low annual mileages can sometimes mean that components are subjected to shorter journeys where moisture fails to fully evaporate from exhaust systems or where rubber items age environmentally rather than wearing strictly through high-friction mileage accumulation, as evidenced by the recurring perishing noted on the tyres. During your physical inspection and test drive, direct your attention specifically to the rear axle and suspension assemblies flagged in the MOT data. Listen closely for any metallic clunks, knocks, or creaks originating from the rear quarters when driving over potholes or speed humps, which would indicate that the corrosion noted on the offside rear coil spring has worsened or that the rear axle swivel pins and bushes have developed excessive play. Additionally, inspect the inner and outer sidewalls of both front tyres, which were recently flagged as wearing close to the legal limit or on the edge, and check for any residual cracking or perishing on the rear tyres that mirrors the historic advisory notes. Finally, while on the road test, assess the vehicle's handling stability during cornering and under braking to ensure that uneven tyre wear or worn rear suspension bushes are not causing the car to drift or feel loose at the rear axle. Feel the steering wheel for any vibrations at motorway speeds and confirm that the tracking remains true, as edge-worn front tyres can sometimes mask or exacerbate alignment issues. By thoroughly verifying the condition of these specific suspension and rolling components during your evaluation, you can establish whether this Fiesta requires immediate remedial expenditure to restore it to optimum roadworthiness.