2012 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · SP12 WKC

A pattern of escalating wear on chassis and braking components defines this vehicle's recent history, culminating in a pass on 2026-06-22 following a failure just days prior due to imbalanced front brakes and a faulty reversing lamp. The record shows a transition from simple tyre and exhaust mounting advisories in 2024 to more significant mechanical concerns involving the sub-frame, wheel bearings, and braking system, indicating a trend of increasing component fatigue. The recorded mileage of 176,254 miles is high for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,590 miles per year. This level of usage typically accelerates the degradation of high-stress components, which is reflected in the documented wear of the sub-frame bushes, track rod ends, and constant velocity boots. Such a history suggests that the drivetrain and suspension are operating well beyond their initial design expectations. During a test drive, specific attention should be paid to the rear axle and steering. The offside rear wheel bearing is noted for having play, which typically manifests as a rhythmic humming or droning noise that changes pitch during cornering. The worn nearside and offside rear sub-frame bushes, along with previous notes on the offside front track rod end, may cause audible knocks or thumps when driving over uneven surfaces or a lack of precision in the steering response. The braking and cooling systems require close scrutiny given the recent failure for brake imbalance and the current advisory for fluctuating front service brakes. A buyer should feel for any pedal judder or a tendency for the car to pull to one side under heavy braking. Additionally, the 2025 record of a coolant leak and a deteriorated offside front outer CV boot should be verified, as these can lead to overheating or joint failure if not addressed. The presence of a minor rear exhaust leak may be detectable as a slight increase in noise levels during idling.