2002 FORD FIESTA1.4L PETROL

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate, but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift towards mechanical degradation. While it passed its most recent test on 25 February 2026, this followed a failure on the same day involving multiple structural and safety-related defects. The transition from a clean record in 2024 and 2025 to a list of advis in 2026 indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase where components are beginning to fail simultaneously. Mileage data is severely limited, with only one recorded figure of 40,980 miles during the 25 February 2026 test. For a twenty-four-year-old vehicle, this represents an average usage of approximately 1,700 miles per year, which is exceptionally low. Without mileage figures from the 2024 or 2025 tests, it is impossible to determine if the car is driven consistently or if it has sat stationary for long periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody and suspension. The February 2026 record flagged significant corrosion on both front coil springs and a corroded offside rear brake pipe that was obscured by grease. These are signs of advancing rust that can lead to structural failure if ignored. Furthermore, the worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes indicate that the suspension geometry is degrading, which likely affects handling and causes uneven tyre wear. The previous failure due to ineffective windscreen wipers and an illegible registration plate suggests a lack of basic preventative maintenance prior to the recent repairs.