2011 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · SW11 EYY

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile where structural degradation is actively accelerating despite a low mileage history. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 44,511 miles, this followed a significant failure just one month prior. The August 2025 failure revealed critical safety defects including excessively corroded brake hoses and pipes alongside seriously weakened front Macpherson struts. Although these items were reportedly repaired, the presence of widespread corrosion indicates the vehicle is reaching a stage of structural instability. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a fifteen-year-old Ford, recording only 44,511 miles which averages to roughly 3,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between June 2023 at 39,895 miles and August 2024 at 42,422 miles, suggesting the car sat stationary for long periods. This low usage likely explains the perishing of rubber components, as seen in the cracking tyres and corroded brake lines noted in the September 2025 test. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the undercarriage to assess the integrity of the front subframe and suspension arms. The record shows a persistent trend of corrosion in these areas since 2022, which escalated from minor surface rust to serious structural weakness in 2025. Specific attention should be paid to the quality of the repairs made to the Macpherson struts and brake system to ensure the underlying rust has not been masked rather than treated properly.