2017 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · YF17 KWM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on June 8, 2026, at 43,748 miles. However, the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding the rear suspension geometry. The car failed just three days prior to this pass at 43,745 miles due to rear axle swivel pins and bushes worn to an extent that impaired directional stability. While the immediate fault appears rectified, the progression from slight wear noted in 2025 to a functional failure indicates that these components are degrading rapidly. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,860 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent usage, with a 5,700-mile gap between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 5,200 miles covered between August 2024 and August 2025. This low mileage often correlates with the accelerated degradation of rubber components like bushes and tyres, which perish over time rather than through use, leading to the recurring issues seen in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension assembly to ensure the recent repairs to the axle swivel pins and bushes were executed correctly. The 2025 test flagged corrosion on both nearside and offside rear coil springs, which should be checked for structural thinning or deep rust that could lead to sudden failure. Additionally, inspect the offside rear tyre for further cracking or perishing as noted in 2025, as the low-mileage history often leaves rubber compounds dry out despite having sufficient tread depth.