2014 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · US10 WJS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the records reveal a recurring trend of neglected minor mechanical components. The most recent test on June 2, 2026 at 70,330 miles identified a severely deteriorated nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot. This is a repeat failure, having appeared in both the 2023 and 2020 tests, indicating that previous owners have consistently failed to replace this rubber component despite it being flagged as deteriorating for years. The mileage pattern is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between December 2021 and January 2023, where the car covered only 3,397 miles in over fourteen months. However, usage has increased recently, with 3,348 miles recorded between April 2025 and June 2026. This low-use profile often leads to the degradation of rubber parts and seals, which aligns with the persistent issues with CV boots seen in the history. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the nearside front suspension to ensure the boot has finally been replaced and that grease has not contaminated the drive shaft. The history also shows previous play in the nearside track rod end ball joint during 2021 and 2023, which should be checked for current wear to ensure steering precision. While the 2020 test noted thin front brake pads, the current state of the braking system should be verified manually, as low mileage can sometimes lead to disc corrosion or seized calipers from lack of use.