2017 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · SB17 PXR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in suspension integrity and emission health. While it passed the most recent test in May 2026 at 52,431 miles, this followed a significant failure just one week prior. The tester identified multiple mechanical issues during that failure, including worn rear axle swivel bushes and a worn offside front track rod end. The fact that these faults were rectified to achieve a pass suggests the owner is reactive to MOT failures rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistently low for a nine-year-old Fiesta, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per annum. There was a gap of 9,117 miles between the May 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 8,656 miles recorded over the final year. This low annual usage often implies less engine wear, but it also means that rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyres, may have degraded over time rather than through heavy use. The rapid accumulation of 52 miles in the week leading up to the most recent tests indicates the car is currently being used for short trips. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front-end geometry and exhaust system. The inner track rod end and anti-roll bar linkage were specifically flagged in 2026, so the buyer should verify that no remaining play exists in the steering during a test drive. Furthermore, the 2026 failure due to an exhaust lambda reading outside limits is a concern; while the car passed later, the fault was not listed as an advisory, suggesting the oxygen sensor or catalytic converter may be beginning to fail or is operating inefficiently. Check the rear axle bushes to ensure the recent repair was effective and that no further signs of tearing are present.