2002 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · KF02 AGV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on May 5 2026 at 43,044 miles. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, though the recent failure just one mile prior on April 27, 2026, indicates a specific issue with the braking system. The tester flagged service brake efficiency as being below legal requirements, but the immediate pass on the re-test suggests the owner addressed the deficiency promptly to bring the car back to a compliant standard. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,800 miles per year. Between April 2023 and April 2024, the car covered only 900 miles, showing a consistent pattern of minimal use. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle has likely sat for long periods. While low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain components, it often leads to the degradation of rubber seals and surface corrosion on brake components due to lack of heat cycles and mechanical operation. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the recent efficiency failure was not caused by seized calipers or perished brake hoses. Given the age of the Fiesta and its low usage, close attention must be paid to structural integrity, specifically checking the sills and wheel arches where rust typically accumulates. Inspect the suspension bushes and tyres for cracking, as age-related decay of rubber often occurs long before mileage-related wear on vehicles rarely driven.