2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MW59 XML

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred mechanical and structural repairs. While it passed its latest test in January 2026 at 96,865 miles, it had failed just two days prior with multiple significant defects. The recurring presence of a binding offside rear service brake and corroded brake pipes indicates that the braking system is being maintained at the absolute limit required to pass rather than being kept in good preventative condition. At 96,865 miles, this 16-year-old Fiesta shows a mileage pattern consistent with low usage, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The data shows a gap in testing between December 2023 and December 2024, where the car covered only 1,800 miles. However, the low mileage has not prevented the progression of age-related wear, as evidenced by the repeated reports of corrosion on the structural sills and the appearance of exposed cords on the front tyres in the January 2026 failure. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the underbody and rear integral body structure. The records have consistently flagged corrosion on the sills and sub-frame since 2024, and while structural rigidity is currently noted as not significantly reduced, this type of oxidation typically accelerates over time. The buyer should also specifically inspect the parking brake mechanism and the condition of the brake pipes, as the tester has flagged binding issues and corrosion across multiple recent tests, suggesting the root cause has not been fully addressed.