2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · SN16 VFE

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend regarding its rear suspension components. While the most recent test on 16 February 2026 at 47,993 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle initially failed that same day due to excessively worn axle swivel pins and bushes on both the nearside and offside rear. This represents a significant escalation from the 11 February 2025 test at 41,288 miles, where the sub-frame pins and bushes were merely noted as worn but not yet causing excessive movement. The failure to address these developing issues between 2025 and 2026 suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to mechanical upkeep. The mileage profile indicates very light usage for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. Between February 2024 and February 2025, the car covered 4,089 miles, and it covered another 6,705 miles in the following year leading up to the February 2026 test. This low annual mileage can often lead to age-related degradation of rubber components, which aligns with the recurring advisory and failure items seen in the MOT history. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear axle assembly and sub-frame. The repeated flagging of axle bushes and sub-frame pins from February 2024 through to February 2026 indicates that these components are a known weak point on this specific vehicle. You should check for any play in the rear suspension and verify that the recent repairs to the swivel pins and bushes were completed to a high standard. Beyond the suspension, the 2026 failure also noted a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system, which requires verification that the sensor or system is fully operational. Although the 2024 test flagged perishing tyres, the recent clean pass suggests these consumables have been replaced. Focus your attention on the structural integrity of the rear sub-frame mounting points to ensure the repeated bush wear has not caused secondary damage to the chassis or mounting hardware.