2006 FORD FIESTA1.4L Diesel

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a pass on 5 August 2025 at 146,556 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of intermittent neglect followed by reactive repairs, rather than a consistent preventative schedule. While the most recent test recorded no defects, the vehicle failed immediately prior on that same date due to excessive corrosion on the offside rear brake pipe. This indicates that while the car is currently legal, the owner has only recently addressed a significant component failure related to the braking system. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. The records show a steady progression from 61,538 miles in March 2014 to the current 146,556 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest long periods of non-use, though the frequency of failures for consumable items like tyres and bulbs suggests a pattern of minimal upkeep between inspection intervals. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the underside of the vehicle to assess the extent of corrosion. The 2025 failure regarding the brake pipe, combined with the 2016 report of a corroded exhaust back box, suggests the chassis and subframes may be subject to progressive oxidation. The suspension system also requires close inspection. The tester flagged light oil misting on the offside rear shock absorbers in March 2024 and similar issues with the nearside rear shocks in March 2020, indicating that the dampers are reaching the end of their functional life. Mechanical scrutiny should also extend to the wheel bearings and braking components. The March 2024 test identified play in the nearside rear wheel bearing, and the 2020 record noted pitted and scored front brake discs. Given the recurring nature of these issues, a thorough check of all suspension bushes, bearing integrity, and the condition of the brake lines is necessary to ensure no further structural or mechanical degradation is hidden from the MOT record.