2010 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · SP60 ANF

The vehicle currently lacks a valid MOT certificate, having failed its most recent test on 12 February 2025 at 132,759 miles. The maintenance trend appears inconsistent due to this recent failure and a previous failure on 18 February 2023. Because the record lists no specific defects for these failures, it is impossible to determine if the issues were minor administrative errors or serious mechanical faults. The mileage is consistent with the age of the car, averaging roughly 8,297 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between January 2022 and February 2023, where the odometer rose from 91,466 to 107,623 miles. This period of higher activity aligns with the first recorded failure in February 2023. Usage has remained steady since, adding 12,032 miles between February 2024 and February 2025. A physical inspection must prioritise the reason for the February 2025 failure. Since the DVSA record provides no defect details, a buyer should scrutinize the brake discs and pads for wear and check the suspension bushes and coil springs for fatigue common in high-mileage Fiestas. The lack of recorded advisories over several years is unusual for a 16-year-old vehicle and may suggest a superficial testing history. Attention should be paid to the chassis and sills for signs of corrosion, as structural rust often develops unnoticed in older Ford models. Verify the condition of the tyres and check for any fluid leaks from the engine or gearbox. Given the current expired status of the MOT, the car should not be driven on public roads until a fresh certificate is obtained.