2004 FORD FIESTA1.4L Petrol

The roadworthiness status of this Ford Fiesta is currently expired, given that the last recorded test took place on 26 June 2023 at 133,751 miles and the vehicle has lacked a valid MOT certificate for over three years. Maintenance trends present a curious pattern of immediate rectification rather than ongoing mechanical degradation. Specifically, the vehicle failed an initial test on 22 June 2023 at 133,730 miles before passing four days later without any logged defects, mirroring an identical administrative or minor rectification cycle from March 2022 where a failure on 2 March preceded a clean pass the following day at 130,855 miles. The mileage accumulation aligns appropriately with the twenty-two-year age of the hatchback, totaling 133,751 miles for an average of approximately 6,080 miles annually. The vehicle covered just 2,896 miles between the March 2022 test and the June 2023 test, indicating light usage during its final recorded operating period. The total absence of advisory notices across all four listed tests suggests either meticulous previous upkeep or a superficial testing approach, though the long dormancy period since mid-2023 introduces significant freshness risks regarding stale fluids and seized components. A physical inspection must prioritize areas prone to fatigue on aging Ford platforms of this era, notably structural corrosion along the sills, floorpan, and suspension mounting points. The extended period of inactivity since June 2023 means a buyer should thoroughly check the braking system for rusted discs and seized calipers, alongside inspecting rubber suspension bushes, CV boot integrity, and the exhaust system for perishing or corrosion. Engine ancillaries and fluid conditions also require rigorous verification before any attempt is made to return the vehicle to the public highway.