2006 FORD FIESTA1.2L Petrol

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows signs of emerging age-related wear in the chassis. The most recent test in September 2025 at 99,961 miles identified a minor exhaust leak and slight wear on the rear axle swivel pins and bushes. This follows a period of clean records between 2021 and 2024, suggesting that while the car has been maintained, rubber components are now beginning to degrade due to age. At 99,961 miles, this twenty-year-old Fiesta shows exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. This low usage pattern is consistent across the decade, with for example, only 5,310 miles recorded between May 2024 and September 2025. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of stationary use often lead to the hardening of rubber seals, bushes, and perishables, which aligns with the suspension and exhaust issues noted in more recent tests. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the exhaust system and suspension, as these areas have shown repeatedly. The 2023 failure for a rough offside rear wheel bearing and the 2020 failure for a deteriorated ball joint dust cover indicate that the suspension geometry is prone to wear. The recent advisory on the rear axle bushes and the exhaust leak suggest that attention is required to corrosion or mounting fatigue to prevent future MOT failures. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check for structural integrity around the sills and subframes is essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked hidden oxidation.