2015 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · NJ64 YKB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach rather than proactive preventative care. The most recent test in February 2026 at 86,797 miles resulted in a failure due to multiple safety concerns, including an inoperative nearside stop lamp, a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system, and front brake pads worn below the 1.5mm legal limit. While the car passed upon immediate retest, these defects suggest that the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they are forced to by an MOT failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,900 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between February 2020 and January 2023, where the car covered only about 18,000 miles over three years. However, usage increased significantly after early 2024, with 23,000 miles clocked between the January 2024 and February 2026 tests. This sudden surge in mileage explains the accelerated wear on consumable items like brake pads and rubber components seen in the more recent test results. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension closely, as the record shows a fractured nearside front coil spring at 62,018 miles. Such failures can indicate stress on other components or age-related fatigue. Given the recent failure for thin brake pads, the condition of the brake discs should be checked for scoring or thinning, which occurs when pads are neglected for too long. Additionally, the tyre pressure monitoring system needs functional verification, as persistent faults here often require sensor replacement or electronic module troubleshooting that remains unresolved in the history.