2004 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · CE54 AEV

The most recent MOT on 23 February 2023 recorded a PASS at 89,434 miles, indicating the vehicle currently meets the statutory roadworthiness criteria. Over the last decade the majority of tests have passed, with only two failures in 2020 and 2012, suggesting a largely stable maintenance pattern despite occasional defects. Mileage averages roughly 4,000 miles per year, well below the typical usage for a 22‑year‑old car. Between the 5 May 2022 test at 81,166 miles and the February 2023 test the odometer rose 8,268 miles in under nine months, a modest surge but still consistent with the overall low‑mileage profile. Earlier intervals show similarly gradual increases, confirming the vehicle has not been subjected to high‑stress mileage spikes. Repeated notes on corroded rear coil springs from 2014 through 2021, plus a serious front sub‑frame corrosion flagged in the September 2020 failure, warrant a thorough visual and tactile inspection of the suspension mounting points and sub‑frame for rust or compromised integrity. The 2020‑2021 seat‑belt webbing damage, thin front brake pads noted in 2017, and tyre wear warnings in multiple years mean the buyer should check the condition of all seat‑belt straps, verify brake disc thickness and pad wear, and confirm tyre tread depth and uniformity. Finally, the recurring exhaust tail‑box and hanger corrosion, together with the front windscreen washer failure recorded in 2020, suggest the buyer should examine the exhaust system for rust perforation and test the washer pump and nozzles for proper operation.