2012 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MW61 XJB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in March 2026 at 71,681 miles, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent failure occurred just 37 miles prior to passing due to an offside front tyre below the legal limit and a worn nearside front tyre. While the issues were rectified immediately, the history indicates that the owner tends to address faults once they fail inspection rather than monitoring components between tests. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 71,681 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,120 miles. The data shows significant periods of low use, such as only 237 miles driven between August 2024 and January 2025, and roughly 8,000 miles between February 2025 and March 2026. This low mileage often leads to degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion, which is consistent with the mechanical issues noted in the test history. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the suspension and structural components due to recurring advisories. The 2024 test flagged corrosion on the front sub-frame and nearside front suspension arm, alongside perished rear upper spring seats and bushes. The fact that an offside rear coil spring fractured in early 2025 suggests that the suspension system is reaching the end of its functional life. The inspector should check for further structural thinning on the sub-frame and ensure the previous exhaust leak noted in 2024 has been fully resolved.