FORD FIESTA1997 · 1.3L PETROL

The vehicle presents a significant roadworthiness risk based on the last available data. The most recent recorded test in May 2007 at 78,384 miles resulted in a comprehensive failure involving multiple critical structural and mechanical defects. Since there are no MOT records for the following nineteen years, the vehicle has likely been off-road or uninspected for two decades. The maintenance trend is stalled, and the final entry indicates severe structural corrosion and suspension failure that remained unaddressed. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 29-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,700 miles per year. Between May 2006 at 64,485 miles and May 2007 at 78,384 miles, the car covered 13,899 miles. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, long periods of inactivity often lead to degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion, which aligns with the severe structural issues noted in the final test. A buyer must prioritize a thorough structural inspection of the subframe and mounting points. The 2007 test flagged seriously reduced strength on the nearside front sub-frame attachment bracket due to corrosion, which is a primary safety concern. The tester also identified fractured and incomplete rear coil springs along with a split steering rack gaiter, suggesting a neglected lower suspension system. Given the nineteen-year gap in records, the integrity of the brake lines, fuel system, and all rubber bushings is highly compromised by age and environmental exposure.