1984 FORD FIESTA1.1L PETROL

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy and shows a clear worsening trend regarding structural integrity. While the car passed tests in 2022, the most recent inspection in April 2024 at 10,137 miles resulted multiple catastrophic structural failures. The tester identified excessive corrosion across numerous suspension mounting points, including the inner flitch, boot floor, and closing panels. These defects indicate that the structural strength has been significantly reduced, making the vehicle unsafe for road use. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 42-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 241 miles per year. However, the data shows periods of significant inactivity; for instance, the car covered only 2,269 miles between January 2021 and February 2022, and just 11 miles between February 2023 and March 2023. This low usage often suggests the car has sat for long periods, which frequently correlates with the type of deep structural corrosion and failure of fluid components like brake pipes seen in the recent records. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension mounting points. The history shows a recurring pattern of corrosion on the offside front inner suspension and wing stabilizer bars, which progressed from an advisory in 2021 to a total structural failure in 2024. The offside front brake pipe also failed due to excessive corrosion, suggesting that the braking lines have suffered from environmental degradation. Furthermore, the pitted and scored front brake discs noted in 2023 indicate that despite the low mileage, the metal components are degrading from age and lack of use.