2017 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · NU17 ABZ

This 2017 Ford Fiesta has demonstrated consistent roadworthiness through its most recent MOT tests, with the January 2026 inspection at 44,539 miles passing without any recorded defects. The absence of advisories or failures across all five tests—spanning January 2023 to January 2026—indicates no recurring mechanical issues. However, the duplicate entry for January 2024 (both a pass and a fail at the same mileage) suggests a potential administrative error rather than a genuine failure. The vehicle’s compliance with all mandatory checks implies that major systems—brakes, suspension, steering, and emissions—have not been compromised by wear or neglect over this period. The recorded mileage of 44,539 miles over nine years suggests unusually light use, averaging just under 5,000 miles annually. This could indicate the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary, which may accelerate certain forms of degradation, such as tyre dry-rotting or suspension rubber perishing. Notably, there is a 5,000-mile gap between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests, followed by another 3,700-mile gap before the January 2026 inspection. While this pattern does not inherently signal mechanical issues, it raises questions about whether the vehicle was actively driven during these intervals or stored in conditions that could affect components like battery health or fluid integrity. Given the lack of failures or advisories, the most critical areas for a prospective buyer to examine in person would be the suspension components—particularly the coil springs, bushes, and shock absorbers—for signs of perished rubber or excessive play. The brakes, though not flagged in tests, warrant scrutiny for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially given the low mileage. Structural integrity should also be assessed, focusing on wheel arches, sills, and underbody corrosion, as prolonged storage can exacerbate rust development. Finally, the battery and fluid levels (brake, power steering, coolant) should be checked, as inactivity can lead to degradation in these systems. The absence of MOT failures does not preclude these areas from requiring attention.