2011 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · WR61 VRG

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend characterized by a significant decline in mechanical oversight. While it passed its latest test on 22 August 2025 at 174,532 miles, it failed immediately prior due to multiple critical suspension and lighting defects. The tester identified both front coil springs as fractured and noted wear on the rear axle artwork pins and bushes. This indicates that components were neglected until they reached a point of structural failure, suggesting a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs by the owner. At 174,532 miles, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 11,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK road usage for a fourteen-year-old vehicle. The data shows a notable gap of nearly 10,000 miles between December 2022 and December 2023, and another 4,700 miles between late 2023 and the 2025 test. While the mileage accumulation is steady, the high total distance places considerable strain on the drivetrain and suspension components, as evidenced by the recurring failures in the recent inspection history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry, as the record shows a persistent issue with corroded springs and worn axle bushes. The 2025 failure highlighted heavy edge wear on the front tyres, which often points to alignment issues or worn dampers that have gone unaddressed. Furthermore, the front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored, indicating the braking system is nearing the end of its effective life. The structural integrity of the chassis and underbody should be scrutinized given the repeated mentions of corrosion on the coil springs across both 2023 and 2025. The recurring failure of registration lamps and headlamps suggests basic electrical maintenance is also poorly performed on this vehicle. Potential buyers should verify that the recent repairs to the fractured springs and artwork bushes were completed to a professional standard, as the history reflects a pattern of only addressing faults when they cause an MOT failure.