2017 Ford Fiesta 1.1L Petrol · SR17 AEC

This 2017 Ford Fiesta has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over its MOT history, with no recurring defects or advisories recorded across four tests. The most recent examination on 2025-12-09—just five months prior to today—confirmed the vehicle passed without failings, reinforcing its current compliance with UK roadworthiness standards. The absence of any advisories or repeated failures suggests the tester did not identify latent issues requiring immediate attention, though this does not preclude hidden wear or deferred maintenance. The recorded mileage of 34,117 miles, accumulated over approximately nine years, indicates unusually low annual usage—around 3,800 miles per year—far below the average for a vehicle of this age. The gaps between tests are consistent: roughly 4,000 miles between the 2024-01-09 and 2024-12-11 passes, and another 4,097 miles between the 2024-12-11 and 2025-12-09 tests. While this low mileage could imply lighter use or prolonged storage, it also raises questions about whether critical components—such as suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake calipers—have been subjected to extended periods of inactivity, which can accelerate deterioration. Given the lack of recorded defects, a prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension integrity, particularly the condition of bushes, dampers, and coil springs, as these components degrade even with minimal use. The brakes, though never flagged in the MOT, warrant scrutiny for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been stationary for extended periods. Corrosion at wheel arches, sills, and underbody should also be examined, as rust can compromise structural integrity without immediate visual signs. Finally, the battery and fluid levels—brake, power steering, and coolant—should be checked, as these are often neglected in low-mileage vehicles. The dual pass/fail entries in December 2025 may warrant clarification, as they suggest either a technical anomaly or administrative duplication, neither of which directly impacts mechanical condition.