FORD FIESTA1996 · 1.3L PETROL

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently indeterminate as the provided MOT history effectively terminated over 16 years ago. The last recorded test in October 2009 at 88,765 miles showed a pass, though it noted corrosion on both rear brake pipes and an oil leak. Because there are no entries since 2009, it is impossible to verify the current mechanical state or safety of the car. The maintenance trend prior to the final test suggests a period of reactive repairs rather than a consistent preventative schedule. The vehicle shows an exceptionally low mileage profile for its age, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year between its 1996 manufacture and 2009. However, there is a significant gap in data between the 2006 test at 69,896 miles and the 2008 test at 85,469 miles, where the car covered a high distance in a short window. Such periods of low use often lead to the degradation of rubber components, seized seals, and internal fluid corrosion regardless of the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the rear seat belt anchorage points, which failed in 2009 due to excessive corrosion. The structural integrity of the chassis and floor pans requires close scrutiny given the history of rust on brake pipes and seat mountings. Additionally, the previous failures related to parking brake efficiency and offside suspension arm bushes necessitate a rigorous assessment of the braking system and front geometry to ensure these components have not deteriorated further during the years of recorded inactivity.