1998 Ford Fiesta 1.3L Petrol · M555 AAP

The 1998 Ford Fiesta recorded at 39,615 miles on 3 August 2025 passed its MOT with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness and indicating a stable maintenance record. No recurring faults have been documented across the five annual tests. The mileage trajectory shows a modest increase of 1,313 miles between the July 2024 and August 2025 tests, averaging roughly 660 miles per month, which aligns with the vehicle’s low annual usage of about 1,415 miles. Over the preceding four years the increments ranged from 741 miles (2023‑2024) to 896 miles (2022‑2023), demonstrating consistent, non‑accelerated accumulation and no evidence of long idle periods that would mask wear. A buyer should therefore focus on mechanical components that commonly deteriorate in a high‑age, low‑mileage car: suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of cracking or corrosion, binding rear brake calipers and worn brake discs, and structural rust on sills, wheel arches and the chassis. The exhaust system should also be examined for corrosion and emission compliance, while tyre tread depth and wiper condition merit attention as consumable items. Given the absence of documented defects, the vehicle appears well‑maintained, but the age‑related risk of hidden corrosion and suspension fatigue warrants a thorough visual and functional inspection before purchase.