2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · SY14 OPM

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 73,237 miles passed, it flagged a severely deteriorated offside front drive shaft CV boot and a tyre worn to the legal limit. This follows a pattern seen in 2025 where similar drive shaft boot and tyre issues were identified, indicating that components are only addressed once they approach failure state rather than during preventative servicing. At 73,237 miles, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 6,100 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a twelve-year-old car. The data shows a steady increase in mileage between 2021 and 2026, with a jump of roughly 10,000 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. However, the low annual mileage has not protected the vehicle from age-related degradation, as evidenced by recurring suspension issues and rubber-related failures despite the low total distance driven. A buyer must physically inspect the structural integrity of the subframe. The major failure in March 2024 at 50,919 miles revealed excessive corrosion on the nearside subframe mounting and rear lower engine mounting area. This is a critical structural concern that requires close verification to ensure the areas were properly treated or repaired rather than simply being ignored or continuing to spread. Furthermore, the history shows recurring worn rear axle swivel pins and split bushes across 2022 and 2023, suggesting the rear suspension geometry is nearing the end of its life. The record also highlights a persistent disregard for basic consumable maintenance. Multiple tests have flagged tyres worn on the inner edges or below legal limits, which often indicates poor alignment settings or simply delayed replacement. The buyer should also check the offside front drive shaft for signs of grease leakage, given the history of boot deterioration, and verify the condition of the front brake discs as pitting and thin pads were already noted far back as 2021.