2018 Ford Fiesta 1.1L Petrol · SM61 LEX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test in March 2026 at 36,000 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable despite a significant mechanical failure in early 2025 which was promptly addressed. While the most recent test noted a minor advisory regarding the offside front windscreen, the absence of further defects in the March 2026 record indicates that the critical safety and mechanical systems were restored to an acceptable standard following the previous repairs. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. There is a visible gap in usage between March 2024 and April 2025, where the car covered over 10,000 miles in just thirteen months, contrasting with the much lower usage in the preceding years. This low annual mileage often reduces wear on the engine and gearbox but can occasionally lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and corrosion on brake discs if the vehicle sits for extended periods. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the braking system specifically, as the March 2025 failure at 28,681 miles identified a leaking offside rear brake hose connection, a missing retaining clip, and loose handbrake cable nuts. It is essential to verify that these repairs were executed correctly and that no fluid leaks remain around the assemblies. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check for surface rust on the brake discs and flat spotting on tyres, which are common in vehicles that are not driven frequently.