2010 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · MV10 JXM

The vehicle currently holds an unroadworthy status following a failed MOT test on 27 March 2026 at 66,678 miles. While the previous three annual tests showed a clean record, the most recent failure indicates a sudden mechanical or safety defect that requires immediate attention before sale. The maintenance trend is currently unstable, as the car moved from a period of defect-free passes to a failure without prior advisory warnings, suggesting a component has reached its end point unexpectedly. The mileage profile is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,167 miles per year. Data shows a consistent pattern of low usage, with only 9,151 miles covered between the March 2024 and March 2025 tests, and another 3,733 miles recorded since. This low mileage often implies less wear on the engine and drivetrain components, but it increases the risk of perish in rubber-based parts and seized brake components due to stationary periods. The short interval between the February 2023 failure and the March 2023 pass suggests the owner was proactive in rectifying that specific fault once identified. A buyer must investigate the specific reason for the March 2026 failure, as no defects were listed in the summary provided. Given the vehicle's age and low usage, an inspection should focus on seized brake calipers or perished suspension bushes which frequently degrade when a car is driven infrequently. The structural integrity of the chassis needs to be scrutinised for corrosion, as older Ford Fiesta models are susceptible to rust regardless of the miles driven. Checking the tyres for sidew cracking is also essential, as low tread depth often masks age-related rubber degradation.