2010 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · SY10 ACU

The 2025‑02‑21 MOT at 35,992 miles resulted in a pass despite numerous defects, meaning the vehicle is currently roadworthy only by virtue of the test’s leniency; the maintenance trend is neither improving nor stable, as the same issues recur each year. Mileage has climbed steadily from 18,002 miles in February 2015 to 35,992 miles by February 2025, averaging roughly 2,250 miles per year, which is low for a 16‑year‑old car and indicates periods of limited use rather than large gaps in the record. Recurring faults include corrosion of front and rear coil springs, the sub‑frame, brake pipes and anti‑roll bar linkages, persistent tyre perishing, and worn brake discs, showing chronic neglect of suspension and braking components. A buyer should inspect the coil springs and sub‑frame for rust, test the anti‑roll bar linkages and suspension bushes for play, measure brake disc thickness and pad condition, examine tyre tread and side‑wall integrity, and verify the state of brake hoses and structural mounts.