2017 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · SL66 VWT

The 2026‑01‑24 MOT at 41,678 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the DVSA roadworthiness standard. The same test date also contains a failed entry for the same mileage, citing front brake pads below 1.5 mm, excessive wear on the off‑side front suspension arm ball joint, play in the near‑side front track‑rod end ball joint and a loose exhaust fuel‑tank heat shield. While the recent pass suggests that any prior faults may have been remedied, the history shows recurring suspension and brake issues that have re‑appeared across the 2025 and 2026 tests, so the maintenance trend is not uniformly stable but appears to be improving after corrective work. The vehicle’s 41,678 miles at nine years of age equate to roughly 4,631 miles per year, a low usage rate that can mask prolonged periods of inactivity. Mileage rose from 32,265 miles in the January 2024 test to 38,780 miles in the January 2025 test – an increase of 6,515 miles in eleven months – before climbing to 41,678 miles by the January 2026 test, indicating a modest acceleration of use in the most recent year. The earlier tests were clean, suggesting that the vehicle has been well‑maintained during periods of low activity. A buyer should therefore inspect the front suspension geometry, paying close attention to the ball joints and track‑rod end for play or excessive wear, and verify that the brake pads have been replaced to at least 1.5 mm thickness. The exhaust fuel‑tank heat shield should be securely fitted, and the rear axle swivel pins and bushes, previously flagged at 38,780 miles, merit a physical check for looseness or corrosion. Finally, examine the overall structural condition for rust around the fuel tank and chassis, confirm tyre tread depth, and ensure that any previous repairs were carried out to a professional standard.