1996 FORD FIESTA1.8L DIESEL

The most recent MOT for this 1996 Ford Fiesta was recorded on 2009-08-24, over 17 years ago. No defects were noted at that time, but the vehicle has not undergone an MOT since then, raising concerns about its current roadworthiness. The last recorded MOT failures date back to 2008, with repeated issues including corroded seat belt anchorage areas, corroded rear suspension component mountings, and front brake disc scoring. Tire tread depth also appeared to be a recurring concern, with two failures in 2008 due to near-limit wear. A pattern of corrosion in critical safety components—seat belts and suspension—emerges from the 2008 MOTs. These issues were classified as "not considered excessive" at the time, but corrosion can worsen over time, especially in vehicles with low mileage that may sit unused for extended periods. The front brake disc scoring in 2008 suggests potential wear from light use or improper maintenance, though no further brake-related defects were recorded in later tests. The vehicle’s mileage of 86,950 miles over 30 years equates to approximately 2,898 miles per year, which is unusually low. This could indicate infrequent use or prolonged storage, both of which may accelerate aging of rubber components, electrical systems, and fluid integrity. However, the lack of recent MOT data means there is no evidence to confirm whether the condition has deteriorated, stabilized, or improved since 2009.