2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · RK06 RAD

The vehicle’s overall roadworthiness is in question, as the MOT record demonstrates a significant deterioration in mechanical condition relative to its age. The most recent test on 2026-05-12 was passed at 64,610 miles, but this date is only 15 days past the current date of 2026-06-18, indicating that the vehicle has been maintained for less than a year and the tests are chronologically distant. This temporal gap suggests that the vehicle may have been driven on a frequent or irregular basis, potentially leading to a lack of consistent maintenance that is sufficient for its age. The mileage trend is uneven and indicative of a lack of proactive upkeep. The vehicle has experienced a rapid acceleration in mileage from 54,754 miles on 2025-04-29 to 64,610 miles on 2026-05-12, representing a 9,856-mile increase in just 105 days. This rapid accumulation of miles over a short period is a strong indicator that the vehicle has been driven for a long time without regular servicing, a pattern that often correlates with a lack of consistent maintenance or a reliance on longer periods of driving rather than scheduled visits. The data shows no clear gaps in the mileage, but the progression from 54,754 to 64,610 miles suggests that the vehicle has been maintained for less than a year and the tests are chronologically distant. Given the recurring faults and the significant mileage increase, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical wear that is not typically associated with this type of usage. The MOT record highlights a history of damage to the side walls and wheel wells, including a flat tire incident in 2026-05-07, which suggests that the vehicle may have been driven on a flat surface or had its tires removed. The rear axle swivel pins and bushes are slightly worn, and the steering column universal joint has slight wear or play, which could indicate a lack of regular rotation or alignment checks. The steering rack has also shown slight free play, which is a sign of loose suspension components. The brakes are not currently binding, but the exhaust flexi is weak and the rear axle bushings are slightly worn, suggesting that the vehicle may require regular brake oil changes or tightening of bushings to prevent future issues. The tyre tread depth is below the legal limit on the front and rear, and the tyres are worn close to the legal limit, which could lead to premature wear and tear if the vehicle is not serviced regularly. The steering column universal joint has slight wear or play, and the steering rack has slight free play detected at the steering wheel, which could indicate a lack of regular rotation or alignment checks. The side walls have been damaged from driving on a flat tyre, and the rear tyre is near the legal limit or perishing, which could lead to premature wear and tear if the vehicle is not serviced regularly. The exhaust emissions are weak, and the rear axle bushings are slightly worn, which could lead to premature wear and tear if the vehicle is not serviced regularly. The steering column universal joint has slight wear or play, and the steering rack has slight free play detected at the steering wheel, which could indicate a lack of regular rotation or alignment checks.