2007 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · OY57 AEU

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2026‑07‑09 at 52,684 miles shows a pass but also a failure of the offside stop lamp (4.3.1 (a)(ii)), meaning the car is not currently roadworthy until that lamp is repaired. The maintenance trend is not improving; corrosion of rear brake pipes, coil springs and repeated rear‑wheel distortion have persisted from 2021 through 2025, while brake‑disc wear and pad thickness issues re‑appeared in 2025. The pattern of recurring corrosion and wear indicates a deteriorating condition rather than a stabilising one. Mileage accumulates at roughly 2,770 miles per year, a low figure for a 19‑year‑old Fiesta, suggesting light use or extended periods of storage. MOT tests have been conducted annually, with the latest entry only three weeks before the present date, confirming a recent and regular inspection schedule. The mileage progression is steady, with no sudden jumps that would imply hidden high‑stress usage. A buyer should inspect the stop lamp circuit first, as its failure is the only current safety deficiency. The rear brake pipes show chronic corrosion (1.1.11 (c)) and should be examined for leaks or degradation; the rear coil spring exhibits corrosion (5.3.1 (b)(i)) and may affect suspension geometry. The offside rear road wheel has been noted as slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c)(i)) on multiple tests, indicating possible suspension bush wear or rim deformation. Headlamp lenses were marginally defective in 2025 (4.1.1 (b)(i)), so a visual check for clouding or scratches is advisable. Brake discs were worn and pitted in 2025 (1.1.14 (a)(ii)) and pads were below the 1.5 mm minimum (1.1.13 (a)(ii)), so a thorough brake‑system inspection is essential. Seat‑belt functionality and buckles were faulty in 2024, and the rear exhaust heat shield was reported as insecure in 2020, both warranting physical verification. Overall, the car’s low mileage is encouraging, but the persistent corrosion, brake‑system wear and the stop‑lamp fault require immediate attention. A pre‑purchase inspection should focus on the rear braking and suspension components, lighting optics, and safety restraints to confirm whether the vehicle is fit for continued use.