2011 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · WR11 YMF

The 2011 Ford Fiesta presents a stable but ageing mechanical profile, passing its most recent MOT on 6 October 2025 at 112,132 miles with only minor advisories. The maintenance trend is broadly consistent rather than sharply worsening, though the recurrence of front suspension ball joint play and tyre wear across multiple tests suggests these components are approaching the end of their serviceable life. The October 2024 test at 107,133 miles was entirely clean, which is a positive indicator that routine upkeep was maintained during that period. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,475 miles per year is typical for a vehicle of this age, and the record shows no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps between annual tests. The 4,999-mile increase between October 2024 and October 2025 is the largest single-year jump in the history, yet it remains within normal parameters for a small petrol hatchback used for regular commuting or local driving. There is no evidence of long-term standing or clocking concerns. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension, specifically the nearside and offside lower arm ball joints, which have shown slight play in four of the last five tests. This is a progressive wear item that can deteriorate quickly once play becomes established. The rear coil springs were flagged for corrosion in October 2023, and while this did not reappear in 2024 or 2025, underbody rust on a fifteen-year-old Fiesta warrants a thorough physical inspection, particularly around suspension mounting points and subframe areas. Front tyre condition has been a recurring advisory since 2021, with cracking, perishing, and edge wear appearing repeatedly. This pattern suggests possible alignment issues, underinflation, or simply deferred replacement, and a fresh set of quality tyres with a four-wheel alignment check would be a sensible baseline investment.