2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · WM59 MZW

The 2010 Ford Fiesta presents an MOT record that is entirely free of recorded advisories or failure defects across every documented test, a notable outcome for a vehicle of its age. The most recent assessment on 25 April 2025 recorded a pass with no defects noted, immediately preceded by a same-day retest following a prior pass, indicating a minor administrative or retest sequence rather than a mechanical concern. Across the three annual tests documented, the pattern shows consistent roadworthiness with no deterioration in recorded condition, and no component category such as suspension, brakes, steering, or exhaust has been flagged. This clean advisory and failure history is a strong indicator that the vehicle has not developed the chronic defects commonly seen on sixteen-year-old superminis, though it is worth noting the MOT archive does not stretch the entire life of the car and earlier wear may have been rectified without ever being flagged. With 102,035 miles accumulated over approximately sixteen years, this Fiesta has covered an average of around 6,377 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the typical usage band for a car of this age and segment. There are no unusual gaps or sharp jumps in the recorded mileage progression, and the relatively modest annual accumulation means the vehicle has not been subjected to the heavy motorway mileage that typically accelerates wear on clutch components, turbochargers, and suspension bushes. Equally, the mileage is not so low as to suggest prolonged periods of inactivity, which on a sixteen-year-old Fiesta would raise the likelihood of seized brake calipers, perished coolant hoses, and deteriorated rubber components. The steady, moderate usage profile is mechanically sympathetic and consistent with the clean MOT record observed. Despite the absence of recorded advisories, a prospective buyer should still subject the Fiesta to a targeted physical inspection focusing on the components most prone to wear on a high-mileage supermini of this generation. Pay particular attention to the front suspension, especially the lower wishbone bushes and the anti-roll bar drop links, as these are known wear items on the Mk7 Fiesta and can produce clonking noises over speed humps and uneven road surfaces before they are flagged at MOT. The rear axle beam bushes and trailing arm bushes should also be inspected for cracking or separation, as failure here can cause rear-end instability under braking. On the test drive, listen for any knocking from the front end, check for vagueness or rattling in the steering rack, and feel for uneven pulling to either side that could indicate worn suspension geometry. The braking system, while unflagged in the MOT archive, warrants close inspection given the mileage. Examine the front brake discs for a pronounced lip on the outer edge and check for any blueing or scorching that would indicate overheating, as original-equipment discs are unlikely to have survived 100,000 miles without attention. The rear drum brakes on most Fiesta variants of this era are prone to corroded and binding wheel cylinders, so confirm the rear wheels spin without drag when jacked and that the handbrake holds effectively on an incline. Inspect the underside carefully for any signs of corrosion to the subframe, floor pans, and brake and fuel pipe runs, as sixteen years of British road salt exposure can initiate rust even on vehicles with otherwise clean MOT histories. A final check of the exhaust system for blowing joints and the clutch for slipping or judder under load will round out a thorough evaluation of this otherwise well-maintained example.