2010 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · YR10 OCM

Persistent cosmetic and structural degradation of consumables forms the defining mechanical narrative of this 2010 Ford Fiesta, which accumulated a total of 24,204 recorded miles up to its latest MOT test on 2019-03-19 resulting in a pass. Across its testing history, the vehicle has managed to secure passes with few outright failures, yet the record is characterized by recurring patterns of corrosion and wear items flagged year after year. Rather than showing an improving or deteriorating structural trajectory, the vehicle demonstrates a stable trend of chronic minor defects that consistently reappear at annual inspections, indicating that underlying wear items are frequently noted rather than permanently rectified. With roughly 1,513 miles covered per year over its 16-year lifespan, this low annual mileage profile indicates very light usage or potentially extended periods of stationary storage. This usage pattern can accelerate localized environmental deterioration on metallic and rubber components that are left unexercised for long stretches, while drivetrain wear from high-mileage commuting is largely avoided. However, low mileage does not equate to immunity from standard age-related material breakdown, as demonstrated by the persistent degradation observed across the braking and suspension systems throughout the MOT history. Prospective buyers must pay close attention to the vehicle's braking system and rear axle assemblies, which have generated repetitive advisories across multiple testing cycles. Brake pipes across both front and rear axles have repeatedly been noted as corroded or covered in grease, while front brake hoses have shown corrosion to their ferrules, and the offside front brake disc was recently flagged as worn or pitted. During a test drive, listen for any unusual scraping or grinding noises from the front brakes, check for a firm pedal feel without excessive travel or judder under braking, and visually inspect the exposed metal brake lines beneath the chassis for flaking rust or pitting. Additionally, the rear axle swivel pins and bushes on both sides have been recorded as slightly worn for several consecutive years, accompanied by a recently noted slight play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and perishing on the front tyres. On the road, drive over uneven surfaces and speed humps while listening closely for knocks, clunks, or rattles originating from the suspension corners, and ensure the car tracks straight without wandering under acceleration or braking. A thorough inspection of the underside should also address the minor oil leak noted in the 2025 test to determine the exact source, whether from the sump gasket, crank seals, or auxiliary components.