2012 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · RO62 EHK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a trend of developing structural wear in the rear suspension. The most recent test in April 2023 at 92,753 miles identified significant corrosion and damage to the offside and nearside rear coil spring mounts. While the vehicle passed this test, the presence of corrosion on structural mounting points indicates that the chassis is beginning to show age degradation that will likely require intervention if not monitored. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. There is a gap in recorded data between February 2022 and April 2023, where the car covered over 10,000 miles. The failure in February 2020 at 62,374 miles due to an illegally worn offside front tyre suggests the previous owner neglected basic consumable maintenance until the test forced action. However, subsequent passes indicate that the vehicle has remained in operational standards following that period. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension area to ensure the corrosion on the coil spring mounts has not progressed into structural thinning. The previous report of a distorted nearside rear wheel at 72,753 miles also warrants a check for impact damage or uneven tyre wear that could affect handling and alignment. Given the sidewall perishing noted in 2022, the age and condition of all tyres should be verified for dry rot, as low annual mileage often leads to rubber hardening before the tread is fully exhausted.