2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · S40 XAM

The 2010 Ford Fiesta shows a history of reactive maintenance, where faults are typically only addressed immediately following an MOT failure. While the vehicle passed its most recent test in May 2026 at 131,020 miles, the failure recorded just one day prior revealed critical mechanical and safety defects. These included fractured front coil springs, excessively worn front suspension arm ball joints, and a track rod end with a serious risk of detachment. The presence of a structural tyre failure and mismatched tyres on the axle during that test suggests basic safety checks were neglected until the formal inspection forced repairs. The vehicle has covered approximately 131,020 miles over 16 years, averaging roughly 8,200 miles per year. This is consistent with typical usage for this age, though there is a significant gap in records between May 2022 and April 2023, where the car covered over 26,000 miles in a single year. This period of high usage likely correlates with the accelerated wear seen on suspension components and road wheels in subsequent tests. The recurring issue of distorted road wheels across multiple years indicates a history of significant impacts or poor alignment that may not have been fully rectified. Structural integrity is a primary concern for this vehicle. In May 2025, the tester identified excessive corrosion on the rear subframe mounting areas that significantly reduced the structural strength of the sill. While the car passed the following year, corrosion of this nature is progressive and requires close monitoring to prevent total structural failure. Additionally, the repeated failures regarding exhaust emissions in 2022 and 2024 suggest potential engine management or sensor issues that have been intermittently addressed. A buyer should specifically inspect the subframe and suspension mounting points to ensure the reported corrosion has not progressed beyond the last recorded advisory.