2015 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · SC15 XFP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward reactive repairs. While the car passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 94,928 miles, the failure just one day prior reveals a significant neglect of suspension components. The tester flagged excessive wear on both axle swivel pins and bushes, a worn track rod end, and a corroded coil spring. This suggests the previous owner only addresses mechanical faults once they result in an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 94,928 miles, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 8,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for an 11-year-old vehicle. The records show consistent annual testing, with roughly 4,700 miles covered between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 6,434 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. This steady accumulation indicates the car is used regularly, but the age of the vehicle means components are now reaching the end of their functional life regardless of mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front and rear suspension geometry to ensure the issues flagged in October 2025 were fully rectified. The excessive wear on axle swivel pins and track rod ends can lead to steering instability and uneven tyre wear if not replaced with high-quality parts. The previously corroded nearside rear coil spring should be inspected for further structural degradation, as corrosion often leads to sudden failure under load. Given the previous failure for a bald nearside front tyre, the remaining tread depth on all tyres should be measured to ensure they are not nearing the legal limit.