2018 Ford Fiesta 1.1L Petrol · SC67 NWM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on May 29, 2026, at 129,544 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in mechanical standards leading up to this result. A failure just one day prior revealed a cluster of significant issues, including a major exhaust flexi-pipe leak, an inoperative engine management light, and a faulty tyre pressure monitoring system. While these were seemingly rectified for the passing test, the density of faults suggests a shift toward reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. The mileage profile is high for an eight-year-old Fiesta, averaging over 16,000 miles per year. There is a notable acceleration in usage between May 2024 and May 2026, where the car covered 54,346 miles in just twenty-four months. This rate of accumulation suggests heavy motorway use or commercial application, which accelerates the wear on drivetrain components, suspension, and braking systems. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests shows more standard usage, but the recent surge in mileage places significant strain on the vehicle's structural integrity. A buyer must physically inspect the exhaust system and the undercarriage, as the record shows recurring exhaust issues from a minor leak in 2024 to a major failure in 2026. The offside front anti-roll bar linkage was flagged for play in the most recent failure, and the nearside oil leak near the driveshaft requires monitoring for potential escalation into a costly seal failure. Given the high cumulative mileage, a thorough check of the driveshaft seals and suspension bushings is necessary to ensure the vehicle is not nearing the end of its primary mechanical life.