2017 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · SC17 AAE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on September 25, 2025, but the maintenance history reveals a period of reactive repair rather than proactive care. The failure just five days prior at 55,778 miles indicates significant mechanical neglect, specifically a fractured offside rear coil spring and a failing offside front suspension ball joint. While these critical faults were addressed to secure the subsequent pass, the presence of worn brake discs on both front wheels suggests that the vehicle is reaching the end of a consumable life cycle. At 55,782 miles over nine years, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 6,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-mileage usage for its age. The data shows a notable gap of over 8,000 miles between November 2022 and September 2024, followed by another 12,000 miles in the following year. This relatively low annual mileage is consistent, yet the recurring advisories for tyre wear across multiple years suggest that the owner frequently deferred basic maintenance until components reached legal limits or caused test failures. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension geometry to ensure the replacement ball joint was fitted correctly and that no further bushes have perished. The previously fractured coil spring necessitates a close check of the opposite side spring, as these often fail in pairs under stress. Given that the tester flagged both front brake discs as worn in the most recent test, a professional measurement of the minimum thickness and an inspection for glazing are required to determine if replacement is imminent. The history of inner-edge tyre wear also points to a potential persistent wheel alignment issue that should be rectified to prevent premature tyre degradation.