2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · R21 MAT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest MOT in November 2025 at 55,488 miles, this followed a significant failure just ten days prior. That failure highlighted multiple critical mechanical issues, including a fractured offside rear coil spring and excessive play in the offside front track rod end ball joint. The trend suggests the previous owner only addressed faults once they resulted in a test failure, rather than performing routine component replacements. At ten years old with 55,488 miles, the Fiesta has covered a low annual mileage, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. This low usage often results in less wear on drivetrain components, but it can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-based parts through age. Between October 2023 and October 2024, the car covered only 4,455 miles, yet it suffered a major failure involving axle bushes and structural tyre defects. This indicates that the vehicle may have sat for long periods or has been subject to intermittent neglect of basic maintenance items despite the low distance driven. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension and braking system, as the record shows recurring issues with front inner brake discs. These discs were noted as worn in 2024 and found significantly worn by late 2025, suggesting a potential failure to replace components properly or seized calipers. The minor exhaust leak identified in the November 2025 pass should be monitored to ensure it does not progress into a major structural failure. Additionally, the history of worn rear axle swivel bushes from the 2023 failure requires a thorough check of the rear suspension geometry to ensure no further play or instability has developed since the repair.