2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MV08 AEY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing. The most recent inspection conducted in February 2026 at 69,564 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating the car currently meets all regulatory standards. While a failure occurred in February 2025 at 67,726 miles, the immediate retest on the same day suggests the owner addressed the identified issue promptly without significant delay. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,865 miles per year. Between February 2023 and February 2026, the car covered only 5,384 miles, confirming a pattern of very light use or long periods of storage. This low usage typically reduces mechanical wear and tear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it increases the likelihood of age-related degradation in rubber-based parts and fluid breakdown due to inactivity. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and underbody, as low-mileage cars often mask hidden corrosion that develops over decades. The 2008 Fiesta is prone to rust in the rear wheel arches, sills, and suspension mounting points, which should be checked for bubbling paint or structural thinning. Given the low mileage, also inspect the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for perished or cracking, as these components fail through age rather than distance driven.