2011 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · SH61 WKS

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently poor and shows a trend of worsening mechanical neglect. The most recent test in December 2024 at 115,965 miles resulted in a significant failure with a high volume of defects spanning steering, suspension, and braking systems. While the car passed in 2023, the subsequent failure in late 2024 indicates a breakdown in preventative maintenance and a failure to address accumulating component wear. The vehicle has covered 115,965 miles over 15 years, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. This usage profile is consistent with a low-use city car, yet the data shows a rapid accumulation of over 8,000 miles between December 2023 and December 2024. Despite the moderate mileage, the frequency of serious failures suggests that the vehicle has either been subjected to harsh driving conditions or that the owner has deferred essential mechanical repairs, only addressing faults once they reached the point of an MOT failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front end geometry, as the 2024 record flagged excessive play in the steering rack inner joints, track rod ends, and anti-roll bar ball joints. The recurring mention of worn inner edges on tyres across 2022 and 2024 suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension arm arm bushes. The braking system also requires urgent attention; the tester noted imbalanced brakes and excessively fluctuating discs on the front axle, which often indicates warped rotors or seized caliper pistons. The exhaust emissions failure in December 2024 due to smoke levels significantly exceeding limits points to potential engine health issues or fuel system faults that require diagnostic testing. Additionally, the history of worn rear axle swivel pins and damaged brake pipes from 2022 indicates that the chassis components may be deteriorating. Given the insecure front bumper and multiple lighting failures over the years, the vehicle likely requires significant immediate investment to reach a safe and roadworthy standard.