1987 FORD FIESTA1.1L PETROL

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is unverifiable due to a complete lack of MOT data for nearly two decades. The last recorded test took place in March 2006, where the vehicle passed after an initial failure for structural issues. Because no tests have been logged since 2006, there is no objective evidence to confirm the current mechanical condition or the safety integrity of the vehicle. The maintenance trend is effectively unknown. The vehicle shows 65,990 miles over 39 years, averaging to a very low usage of approximately 1,692 miles per year. While low mileage suggests limited mechanical wear, the twenty-year gap in the MOT history indicates the car likely sat stationary for long periods or operated off-road privately. Long-term storage in older vehicles often leads to the degradation of rubber components, perished brake seals, seized calipers, and accelerated corrosion in hidden areas, regardless of the low odometer reading. A physical inspection must prioritize the structural integrity of the rear chassis points. The March 2006 failure identified excessive corrosion on both the nearside and offside inner rear structures near the body mounts. Given the age of the Fiesta and the time elapsed since that report, this rust has likely progressed significantly if not replaced. You must inspect the floor pans, sills, and rear suspension members for bubbling paint or structural thinning. Beyond the chassis, the braking system and suspension require a thorough check for signs of age-related disuse. Test for fluid leaks from perished brake hoses, seized caliper sliders, and perished suspension bushes. Without a recent MOT record to validate the state of these components, the vehicle represents a high risk of hidden mechanical failure that low mileage alone does not mitigate.