2012 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · YY12 MDV

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean MOT record in its most recent testing. The May 2026 test at 104,676 miles initially resulted in a failure due to non-functioning nearside and offside front position lamps, but these minor electrical issues were rectified to achieve a pass. This recent result follows three consecutive years of clean passes from 2023 through 2025, suggesting the vehicle has transitioned into a period of consistent upkeep. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. The records show a steady progression from 10,719 miles in 2015 to the current 104,676 miles. A notable jump occurred between the June 2020 test at 25,235 miles and the September 2021 test at 51,195 miles, where the car covered nearly 26,000 miles in roughly 15 months. While this represents a period of higher usage, the subsequent annual increments have remained predictable and well-paced. A buyer should pay particular attention to the suspension system. The record shows a recurring trend of oil misting on the nearside rear shock absorber, first noted in 2018 and appearing again in September 2021. Although no recent suspension defects were flagged, the history of damping issues suggests that the shock absorbers may be nearing the end of their service life. Inspecting the condition of all dampers and checking for any signs of weeping or fluid leaks is advisable. The 2021 failure highlighted issues with tyre integrity, including a sidewall cut and inner edge wear. While these are consumable items that should have been replaced, they indicate that previous tyre management was occasionally neglected. A physical inspection should verify the current tread depth and sidewall condition of all four tyres to ensure they meet legal standards and show no signs of uneven wear caused by alignment issues.