2014 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · WM63 NLC

The 2014 Ford Fiesta presents a broadly stable maintenance picture, though the most recent MOT on 2 October 2025 at 74,466 miles flagged three advisories that suggest basic consumable upkeep has slipped. Both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, indicating either delayed replacement or possible alignment and suspension geometry issues. The Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint also had slight play, a recurring theme in this vehicle's history. Despite these advisories, the car has consistently passed its MOT, and the overall trend is one of gradual wear accumulation rather than sudden mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is straightforward and typical for a 12-year-old car. From 58,772 miles in October 2021 to 74,466 miles in October 2025, the vehicle covered roughly 15,694 miles over four years, averaging around 3,924 miles per year during that period. The annual MOT tests are evenly spaced each October, and the mileage progression shows no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes. This is a car used consistently but not excessively, which aligns with its age and recorded condition. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering components. The Offside Front Track rod end ball joint was flagged for slight play in October 2021 at 58,772 miles, and the Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint showed slight play again in October 2025 at 74,466 miles. This suggests the front-end components have been living on the edge of acceptable tolerance for years. The rear axle swivel pins and bushes were noted as slightly worn in October 2023 at 63,247 miles, and these should be checked for deterioration given the mileage has since climbed over 11,000 miles. The braking system also warrants inspection. Nearside Front Brake discs were flagged as worn, pitted, or scored in three consecutive tests from 2021 through 2023, and while this advisory disappeared in 2024 and 2025, the condition of both front discs and pads should be verified in person. The repeated front tyre wear advisories in 2023 and 2025, combined with the suspension ball joint play, point to a car that may benefit from a fresh four-wheel alignment check and a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around the suspension mounting points and subframe.