2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · YS59 NHY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear and structural integrity. While it passed its most recent January 2026 test, it had failed a prior inspection at the same mileage due to a binding offside rear service brake, a failed offside front suspension ball joint dust cover, and thin front brake pads. The recurring nature of the rear brake binding issue since 2023 suggests that previous owners may have been treating the symptoms rather than addressing the underlying mechanical cause. At 98,987 miles over 16 years, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 6,187 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate urban use patterns. The mileage progression shows steady annual growth, with roughly 1,500 miles covered between January 2025 and January 2026. However, the low mileage has not protected the vehicle from age-related degradation, as evidenced by perished rubber components and persistent corrosion noted in the 2024 and 2025 tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the underbody to assess the extent of the general corrosion flagged in the January 2026 record. The history indicates a long-term issue with the exhaust system, with leaks and silencer corrosion appearing in 2023 and persisting through 2024. Particular attention should be paid to the suspension geometry, specifically the ball joints which have shown signs of play and perished boots over multiple years. The repeated reports of cracking tyres in 2024 and 2025 indicate that the rubber is reaching the end of its structural life regardless of remaining tread depth.