2001 Ford Fiesta 1.8L Diesel · Y285 AHP

A critical void in the testing history defines this vehicle, which has not undergone a recorded MOT inspection since a failure on 16 March 2022. The absence of specific defects listed for that failure, combined with a subsequent four-year gap in roadworthiness certification, represents a significant mechanical risk as the current state of the vehicle is entirely undocumented. The recorded mileage of 123,702 miles is notably low for a twenty-five-year-old car, averaging approximately 4,948 miles per year. This low rate of accumulation, paired with the long-term absence of MOT records, indicates the vehicle has likely suffered from prolonged periods of standing. Such inactivity typically accelerates the deterioration of rubber seals and can lead to the seizing of mechanical components. Given the extended period of dormancy, a thorough inspection of the structural integrity is required, specifically focusing on the sills and subframe for advanced corrosion. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for knocks or clunks over undulating surfaces, which would indicate perished suspension bushes or failing coil springs. Particular attention should be paid to the braking system to identify any.