2002 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · WO02 AUJ

The vehicle achieved a clean MOT at its most recent test on 23 January 2026 at 36,784 miles, with only a nearside rear tyre wearing close to the legal limit. This represents a marked improvement from the preceding test on 19 January 2026, which failed due to severe issues including imbalanced rear brakes, serious fluid leaks from both rear shock absorbers, and negligible damping. The rapid resolution of these critical suspension and braking defects within four days suggests the previous owner prioritised safety repairs, likely at significant cost. However, the vehicle's extremely low annual mileage of approximately 1,533 miles over 24 years raises concerns about the stasis of rubber components, particularly the inner nearside front tyre, which had exposed plies in 2024. This suggests the car may have spent considerable time stationary, accelerating the degradation of flexible parts. A buyer should therefore conduct a thorough visual inspection of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and binding calipers, as well as checking for corrosion around the chassis and undercarriage.