1991 FORD P1002.0L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of clean passes in recent years. The most recent test conducted in June 2025 at 26,288 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets all minimum safety standards. This follows a period of successful inspections dating back to 2022, suggesting that the vehicle has been maintained to a functional standard without recurring mechanical or structural failures. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a thirty-five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 751 miles per year. Between June 2022 and June 2025, the vehicle covered only 368 miles, moving from 25,920 to 26,288 miles. This extremely low usage suggests the car has likely been stored or used only for occasional trips. While this reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid-related issues due to age and inactivity rather than distance travelled. A physical inspection should focus on the risks associated with low-mileage storage. The buyer must check for perished or cracked suspension bushes, perished hoses, and seized brake calipers, as these components often fail when a vehicle sits for long periods. Given the age of the Ford, a thorough examination of the structural integrity and corrosion on the chassis sills is essential, as the MOT record does not detail any previous rust issues. The single failure in 2021 for a nearside stop lamp was a minor electrical fault that was rectified immediately, showing the owner addressed basic maintenance requirements.