2012 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MT62 SSV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural and suspension integrity. While the most recent test on January 2026 at 39,280 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just one day prior. The presence of significant corrosion on all four coil springs and an excessively worn front suspension arm ball joint indicates that the suspension components are reaching the end of their functional life. The recurrence of these issues suggests that the vehicle is aging mechanically despite its low mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old car, averaging approximately 2,800 miles per year. Between January 2024 and January 2026, the car covered only 2,477 miles, suggesting it sits for long periods or undergoes minimal use. This low usage often leads to accelerated degradation, which explains the corrosion noted on the front sub-frame and coil springs during the 2025 and 2026 tests. The vehicle is suffering from environmental-related decay rather than mileage-related wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough in-person inspection focusing on the structural integrity of the chassis and sub-frame, which was flagged as corroded in 2025. Specific attention should be paid to the exhaust system, as a previous major leak and section corrosion indicate the metal is prone to rapid failure. Furthermore, the frayed nearside rear seat belt webbing identified in January 2026 requires replacement to ensure passenger safety. The previous emissions failure in 2025 also suggests that the engine management system or sensors may not be operating optimally due to short-trip driving patterns.