2015 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · NJ65 CGU

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in August 2024 at 60,888 miles, the failure just three months prior indicates a lapse in basic mechanical inspections. The trend is unstable, as the vehicle suffered from multiple critical failures involving suspension, lighting, and tyres in a single session, suggesting that the owner only addressed faults when forced to by the MOT tester. At 11 years old with only 60,888 miles recorded, this Fiesta has covered an average of approximately 5,535 miles per year. This low usage often implies less wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it frequently leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluids. The gap between the May 2022 test at 43,000 miles and the May 2023 test at 54,707 miles shows a period of over 11,000 miles, which aligns with the wear of brake pads and axle bushes noted during that period. A buyer must physically inspect the rear suspension thoroughly, as the record shows excessively worn axle swivel pins and bushes in 2024, following earlier wear warnings in 2023. The offside rear shock absorber was also flagged as insecure in May 2024, indicating potential mounting or hardware failure. Furthermore, the front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in August 2024, a common issue for cars that sit for long periods. The buyer should verify that the tyre pressure monitoring system is now functional and check the structural integrity of all tyres, given the previous failure for a structural bulge on the nearside rear.