2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · NJ60 GFG

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows signs of a worsening maintenance trend regarding suspension and tyre upkeep. While the most recent test on 7 January 2026 at 138,707 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged multiple advisories including worn front tyres, slight play in the front suspension arm ball joints, and worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes. These issues mirror defects seen in the September 2024 test, where a corroded fuel pipe and ball joint play were noted, suggesting that while major failures are being rectified, minor wear in the suspension system is becoming a recurring issue. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,669 miles per year over its 16-year lifespan. The records show steady progress from 76,224 miles in May 2016 to the current 138,707 miles. There are no significant gaps in the data that would suggest long periods of inactivity, though the frequency of failures in 2020 and 2023 indicates periods where consumable components were allowed to reach the end of their service life before being addressed. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension and steering components. The history shows a persistent pattern of ball joint play and worn bushes, specifically appearing in 2018, 2023, 2024, and 2026. The steering rack inner joints were also flagged for play in 2021, so checking for any looseness in the steering response is necessary. Additionally, the recurring advisories for pitted or scored brake discs and tyre damage, such as the structural bulges noted in 2021, suggest that the owner may be reactive rather than proactive with maintenance. The presence of fuel pipe corrosion in the 2024 test warrants a close visual inspection of the fuel lines for any signs of weeping or further degradation. Given the age of the vehicle and the history of various component failures, checking the condition of the cooling system and ensuring the recent repairs to the front coil springs and ball joints have been fully resolved is essential before purchase.