2006 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · BK06 XSW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in mechanical upkeep standards. While the car passed the December 2025 test at 82,032 miles, it followed a failure just three days prior at 81,989 miles. The most recent inspection reveals several new defects including an inoperative electric cooling fan, defective headlamp lenses, and a worn front tyre. The persistence of these issues suggests that the owner is only addressing the minimum requirements to pass the MOT test rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 82,032 miles, this Fiesta has averaged approximately 4,100 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for a twenty-year-old vehicle. The data shows a notable gap in usage between December 2023 (65,040 miles) and December 2024 (74,059 miles), where only 9,000 miles were covered. However, low-mileage usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals, which is evidenced by the fractured nearside front artwork spring noted in late 2024 and the recurring oil leak recorded across multiple tests. A prospective buyer must inspect the cooling system and the suspension thoroughly. The inoperative cooling fan poses a serious risk of engine overheating, and the distorted inner road wheels noted on both the nearside front and offside rear indicate significant impact damage or severe pothing which may have affected the wheel bearings or suspension geometry. The ongoing oil leak should be monitored to determine if it is a minor seal weep or a more significant way failure. Additionally, the structural integrity should be checked for corrosion, as the rear registration plate has deteriorated in every test since 2024.