2014 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · RO64 VJC

The most recent MOT, carried out on 6 October 2025, was passed but recorded an advisory that the nearside front brake disc is worn, pitted or scored, although not yet seriously weakened. Earlier that same month the vehicle failed due to an off‑side rear registration plate lamp being inoperative, and the 2022 MOT also recorded a failure for an off‑side headlamp. Apart from these isolated lighting faults, the MOT history since 2020 shows a pattern of clean passes, indicating that the overall maintenance trend has stabilised and is now improving, with only minor wear items emerging as the car ages. At 91 984 mi the Fiesta averages roughly 7 600 mi per year over its twelve‑year life, which sits comfortably within the typical UK usage envelope. There are no obvious periods of excessive mileage accumulation that would suggest hard‑use abuse, nor long gaps that would point to prolonged storage. This moderate annual mileage means that wear on major consumables such as brakes, tyres and suspension components should be proportionate to age rather than extreme mileage, but the vehicle will have accrued a fair amount of wear on all time‑based items. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the front braking system. Measure the remaining disc thickness and inspect the surface for deep scoring or heat‑cracking; a disc that is close to the minimum legal limit will soon require replacement and may be accompanied by a pulsating pedal or squealing noise under hard braking. The nearside front tyre was flagged as being close to the legal tread limit and the off‑side rear tyre showed early signs of cracking or perishing, so a thorough visual and tactile check of both tread depth and sidewall integrity is essential – look for dry rot, bulges or foreign objects that could cause a sudden loss of grip. Verify that all registration plate and headlamp bulbs operate correctly and that the wiring harnesses are free from corrosion, as recurring lighting failures have already caused MOT rejections. Given the vehicle’s age, a comprehensive time‑based inspection is advisable. Test the 12 V battery under load and check for any signs of sulfation or reduced cranking power, especially if the car has spent periods idle. Examine the coolant, brake and power‑steering fluids for colour change or particulate contamination and consider a flush if service records are missing. Inspect the suspension bushes, ball joints and coil springs for looseness, cracking or excessive play, and listen for clunking when applying the brakes or traversing bumps. Finally, scan the under‑carriage for rust on the chassis, sub‑frame and exhaust system, and confirm that the service book contains regular oil changes and any required timing‑chain inspections, as these will give confidence that the engine and drivetrain have been kept within their service intervals.