1999 FORD FIESTA1.2L PETROL

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is highly uncertain due to a complete lack of testing data for over twelve years. The last recorded test occurred in May 2014 at 95,064 miles, which resulted in a significant failure involving critical structural and mechanical defects. Since no MOT has been performed since that date, there is no evidence that the car currently meets legal safety or emissions standards. The maintenance trend is effectively terminated, leaving the vehicle's current condition unverified for over a decade. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 27-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant gap between 2011 and 2014, where the car covered only 16,293 miles over three years. This suggests the vehicle may have sat for long periods. In older cars of this age, low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seizing of brake calipers, and accelerated corrosion from lack of use, which aligns with the recurring rust issues noted in the historical records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focused on the structural integrity and braking system. The 2014 failure flagged excessive corrosion on the offside front body and chassis near the mountings, which is a major safety risk that has not been professionally rectified in the records. The history also shows a persistent pattern of corroded brake pipes and leaking power steering from 2011 through 2014. You must check for fluid leaks, perished brake hoses, and thinning metal on the chassis where the tester previously failed. Suspension components require close attention as the 2011 test identified movement in the MacPherson strut upper attachments. Given the age of the vehicle and the time elapsed since the last inspection, all bushes, bushings, and CV joint gaiters are likely perished. The 2014 record also noted a deteriorated CV joint gaiter, which would lead to drivetrain failure if not replaced. Without a recent MOT and a comprehensive mechanical survey, the vehicle represents a high risk regarding hidden structural and mechanical failure.