2011 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · NJ61 TXM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend of deferred repairs on mechanical wear items. The most recent test on 25 July 2026 at 111,224 miles identified a new defect in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint alongside persistent thin front brake pads and pitted discs. While the car passed, the recurring nature of advisories across the last three years suggests that the owner typically addresses components only once they reach a point of marginal failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 111,224 miles over 15 years, the Fiesta has covered an average of approximately 7,400 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light use patterns. However, there is a significant spike in usage between August 2023 (78,630 miles) and August 2025 (98,913 miles), where the vehicle covered over 20,000 miles in just two years. This rapid accumulation correlates with the accelerated degradation of the suspension and braking components, specifically the transition from minor play to worn ball joints noted during that period. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the rear suspension, as the record shows persistent corrosion on the base of the coil springs since at least 2023. This rust has remained unaddressed for three years and poses a risk of structural failure if the metal continues to thin. The front braking system also shows signs of neglect, with thin pads and scored discs flagged in 2024, 2025, and 2026, indicating that the braking assembly has not seen a refresh in several years. The failure in July 2024 due to a high lambda reading and an exhaust silencer leak suggests the exhaust system and oxygen sensors may be nearing the end. The buyer should also check for further leaking from the rear shock absorbers, which have been noted as far back as 2019 and 2022. Given the history of worn ball joints and distorted wheel rims, a road test is essential to ensure the steering geometry and wheel alignment remain stable beyond what the MOT tester captures.