2006 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · NA56 EPD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 115,057 miles, this followed a failure just one week prior. That failure was significant, involving a major exhaust leak that prevented emissions testing, a deteriorated nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover, and an offside front tyre. The recurring nature of these faults suggests the owner only addresses mechanical issues when forced by an MOT failure, rather than monitoring components between tests. At approximately 20 years old, the recorded 115,057 miles represent a low annual average of roughly 5,750 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant surge in usage between November 2022 and November 2023, where the vehicle covered over 13,000 miles in just twelve months. This period of higher activity correlates with the rapid degradation of wear items noted in the record, including thin brake pads and a serious fluid leak on the offside rear shock absorber identified during the November 2023 test. A buyer must inspect the front suspension assembly closely, as the nearside front ball joint and anti-roll bar dust covers have been flagged for deterioration across multiple years. The exhaust system has progressed from a minor back box leak in 2023 to a major leak in 2026, indicating advanced corrosion or structural failure of the manifold. Given the previous undersealing noted in 2022, a physical inspection should also verify the integrity of the sills and structural mounting points, as low-mileage vehicles often hide surface rust if they have sat for long periods.