2012 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · YS62 ADO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test in November 2025, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test at 40,732 miles identified only a minor wiper blade defect, the previous failure showed multiple critical safety issues including tyre integrity and structural failures. The trend remains stable in terms of basic mechanical operation, but the owner appears to only address faults once they trigger a test failure rather than performing preventative maintenance between annual inspections. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 40,732 miles is exceptionally low, averaging just under 3,000 miles per year. This low usage profile explains the gradual degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear. The data shows a consistent annual progression of approximately 2,500 to 3,000 miles between 2019 and 2025. However, the low mileage often correlates with components perishing, as seen in the 2019 report of cracking tyres and the recurring failures regarding wiper blades which suffer from toughened rubber despite sufficient tread depth. A buyer must specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring worn ball joints and anti-roll bar linkages. The 2024 failure at 37,648 miles highlighted front tyres being worn smooth on the inner shoulders, indicating a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension components that likely remains. Additionally, the rear axle swivel pins and bushes were flagged for wear in both 2020 and 2023, necessitating a check for play in the rear suspension assembly. Given the vehicle's age and low usage, a physical inspection of tyre sidewalls for dry rot or cracking is essential, as the 2025 failure due to a structural tear on the offside rear tyre.