2007 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · EH02 CAZ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive repairs. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 119,937 miles passed with only a minor advisory regarding the steering rack, previous records indicate significant mechanical and structural concerns. The transition from a major failure in late 2023 to a pass in 2025 suggests that the owner addresses faults only once they have threatened the legal roadworthiness certificate. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 119,937 miles averages to approximately 6,300 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate usage. The data shows a steady usage pattern, with roughly 4,000 miles driven between the December 2023 and January 2025 tests, and another 4,200 miles since then. However, the low mileage has not prevented the natural degradation of rubber components and metalwork, as evidenced by the recurring corrosion and suspension issues issues. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the rear suspension mounting points. The December 2023 failure highlighted excessive corrosion on a nearside rear spring mounting that reduced structural strength, which is a critical concern for a vehicle of this age. You should also inspect the offside front braking assembly, as the history shows a progression of binding calipers, pitted discs, and corroded brake pipes that suggest the braking system is prone to moisture damage and mechanical sticking. The steering and suspension system also requires close attention following the recent advisory for play in the rack end. Given the previous failures of track rod ends, ball joint dust covers, and leaking shock absorbers, the entire front end geometry appears nearing the end of its service life. The persistent oil leak noted in 2023 should be monitored to ensure it has not worsened into a more significant failure.