1998 FORD FIESTA1.2L PETROL

The vehicle presents a significant roadworthiness risk due to a complete lack of documented testing for the past sixteen years. The last recorded test occurred in March 2010 at 21,108 miles, where the car passed after correcting failures related to lighting and brake wear. Because no MOT tests have been performed since that date, there is no verifiable evidence regarding the current structural integrity or mechanical safety of the Fiesta. The maintenance trend cannot be classified as stable because the data is stagnant and obsolete. The mileage profile is highly inconsistent and suggests either long-term storage or odometer irregularities. The vehicle recorded 45,210 miles in March 2009, yet the record shows 21,108 miles in March 2010. This discrepancy of over 24,000 miles in reverse direction indicates an impossible odometer reading or a replaced unit. While the average of 754 miles per year is low, a vehicle sitting for extended periods often leads to the degradation of rubber components, perished fuel lines, and seized calipers, which are likely regardless of the low mileage figure. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sills and structural arches, as the 2008 test already flagged corrosion on the nearside outer and offside inner sills. Rust progresses rapidly on these Fiestas if left stationary. The inspector should also check the offside rear wheel bearing which showed play in 2008, and examine the brake system for seized pistons or perished hoses. Given the sixteen-year gap in records, all fluids, hoses, and tyre age must be inspected for cracking and dry rot before any road is attempted.