1994 FORD FIESTA COURIER1.8L DIESEL

The most recent MOT record available is from 20 September 2006, which is nearly 20 years ago. The vehicle failed this test with a significant number of defects at 14,613 miles. Prior to this, the vehicle passed on 13 September 2005 with no defects recorded and no noted items. The defects recorded in 2006 highlight serious safety and structural issues. There was excessive corrosion on the nearside rear suspension component mounting and on all four seat belt anchorage prescribed areas. The brake pipes were also slightly corroded on the nearside, offside, and centre rear. Mechanically, the offside front constant velocity joint gaiter was split and the nearside front gaiter was deteriorated. The tester also recorded slight play in the steering rack and noted wear on the outer edge of the nearside front tyre. Due to the long gap in history, the condition trend is likely worsening, particularly regarding corrosion. The structural defects found in 2006 were severe and would likely have progressed over nearly two decades.