2015 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · YR15 KUT

Recurring suspension and tyre wear issues, alongside a significant failure in late 2025, define the mechanical profile of this Ford Fiesta. While the most recent test on 02 October 2025 resulted in a pass, the record shows a pattern of progressive deterioration in the chassis and steering components. The vehicle experienced a major failure just one day prior, on 01 October 2025, involving an ABS fault, a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system, and an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm ball joint. The current advisory status indicates that while the immediate major failures were addressed, the vehicle still carries multiple advisories regarding light oil misting from the offside front shock absorber and wear in both the nearside and offside rear subframe pins and bushes. The recorded mileage of 121,890 miles over approximately eleven years represents an average annual accumulation of roughly 11,081 miles, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. This steady mileage profile suggests the mechanical wear observed in the MOT history is a product of regular, consistent use rather than long periods of inactivity or extreme high-speed motorway running. However, the cumulative effect of this mileage is evident in the repeated advisories concerning tyre degradation and the gradual wear of suspension bushings and axle swivel pins, which have appeared in various forms since at least 2022. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the suspension and steering geometry during a test drive. The presence of advisories for worn subframe pins and bushes, combined with the previous failure of a suspension arm ball joint, suggests the chassis components are nearing the end of their service life. Listen for rhythmic knocking, clunking, or creaking sounds when driving over uneven surfaces or speed bumps, as these are common symptoms of worn bushes or ball joints. Additionally, the advisory regarding a slightly distorted nearside rear road wheel warrants a careful inspection of the wheel rim for any signs of impact damage or structural deformation that could affect handling or cause vibration. The history of tyre-related issues, including a dangerous failure in 2021 and multiple advisories regarding perishing and edge wear, indicates that tyre replacement is a recurring maintenance requirement for this vehicle. On a test drive, check for any steering pull or unevenness in the steering wheel, which could indicate alignment issues stemming from the previously flagged suspension wear. The light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber should also be monitored; while currently an advisory, any increase in leakage could lead to a loss of damping efficiency, which would be felt as excessive bouncing or instability when navigating undulations in the road.