2015 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · YM15 EUT

The 2015 Ford Fiesta presents a mixed maintenance picture, with the most recent MOT on 10 November 2025 at 70,707 miles revealing a cluster of suspension-related advisories that suggest the car's mechanical condition is gradually deteriorating. The tester flagged corroded rear coil springs, worn rear sub-frame pin bushes, and light oil misting from both rear shock absorbers. Front brake pads were also noted as wearing thin. These are not dangerous failures, but they point to age-related wear that will require attention in the near term. The trend is not catastrophic, but it is no longer the clean bill of health seen in 2022 and 2023. The mileage progression tells a fairly consistent story. Between November 2021 at 48,784 miles and November 2025 at 70,707 miles, the car covered roughly 21,923 miles over four years, averaging around 5,480 miles annually. That sits slightly below the typical 6,428 miles per year implied by the car's age, suggesting lighter use or periods of limited driving. The 2024 test at 62,380 miles was entirely clean, which is encouraging, but the jump to 70,707 miles by November 2025 represents 8,327 miles in a single year, a notable uptick that may explain the fresh suspension wear flagged at that test. A buyer should inspect the rear suspension carefully. Corroded coil springs are a common issue on older Fiestas in the UK, particularly on models exposed to road salt. The rear sub-frame bushes were flagged as worn but not causing excessive movement, meaning replacement is advisable but not urgent. The light oil misting on both rear shock absorbers suggests the units are beginning to seep internally, which typically precedes damping failure. Check for uneven tyre wear on the rear axle, as worn bushes and soft dampers can accelerate inner-edge wear on the rear tyres. The front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in both November 2023 and again in November 2025, which is consistent with a car driven modestly but not serviced proactively on braking components. Inspect the front discs for lipping and scoring, and verify the rear calipers for binding, as rear brake issues are common on Fiestas with worn rear suspension components. Overall, the car is roadworthy but entering a phase where suspension and braking maintenance will be needed soon.