2002 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · DV52 BEJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass record over the last four years. The most recent test on 15 December 2025 at 95,069 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects. The failure just two weeks prior on 1 December 2025 at 95,031 miles, which curiously showed no recorded defects despite the failure status, suggesting an administrative error or a minor sensor-related issue that was immediately rectified without requiring significant mechanical de-construction. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year over the vehicle's 24-year lifespan. The data shows steady, incremental growth, moving from 90,740 miles in December 2022 to 95,069 miles by late 2025. This low-frequency usage indicates that the engine and drivetrain components have faced less stress than a high-mileage equivalent, though it also increases the likelihood of rubber-based components such as seals and hoses, degrading due to age rather than mechanical friction. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Ford Fiestas are prone to corrosion that may not always trigger an MOT failure. Given the low mileage, the inspector must check for seized brake calipers or perished suspension bushes that occur during long periods of inactivity. The braking system should be examined for excessive rust pitting on the discs, as vehicles that sit infrequently often suffer from surface oxidation that affects braking performance.