2003 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · GN53 ADO

The 2003 Ford Fiesta is presently roadworthy, having passed the October 30 2023 MOT at 157,092 miles, which reflects a recent improvement after a succession of failures in September and October 2023. The maintenance record shows an initial worsening pattern from 2020 through early 2023, with repeated brake efficiency, exhaust CO and hydrocarbon breaches, and suspension faults, but the October test resolved those issues, allowing a pass despite lingering coil‑spring corrosion. The mileage has risen from 117,753 miles in September 2017 to 157,092 miles in October 2023, a total increase of 39,339 miles over six years, equating to roughly 6,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 23‑year‑old vehicle and shows no extended periods of stagnation. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear coil springs and suspension bushes for corrosion, verify that the rear shock absorbers exhibit no fluid leak, and examine the suspension arm ball joints and anti‑roll bar linkages for excessive wear, as these components repeatedly appeared in earlier failures. The service brake efficiency and parking brake were recorded as deficient in multiple tests, so the condition of the brake discs, calipers, hoses and the parking brake mechanism must be confirmed. The sill area and the near‑side rear seat‑belt anchorage show signs of structural rust and strength loss, indicating that a detailed assessment of structural integrity is essential. Given the recurring suspension and brake deficiencies and the presence of structural rust, the vehicle warrants a thorough physical inspection before purchase, focusing on the items highlighted in the MOT history.