2005 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · BK55 OXZ

The vehicle presents a significant roadworthiness risk due to a history of structural failure and deferred maintenance. While it passed its last test in January 2022 at 97,681 miles, this record is now over four years out of date. The maintenance trend is worsening regarding structural integrity, specifically the failures in November 2021 and January 2022 where the nearside rear outer sill showed significantly reduced rigidity. This indicates the vehicle previously suffered from advanced corrosion that required structural repairs to pass. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old car, averaging approximately 4,650 miles per year. However, the data shows a concerning gap in activity between December 2020 and January 2022, where the vehicle covered only 8,135 miles in over fourteen months. This low usage suggests the car likely sat for long periods, which often contributes to the degradation of rubber components and the acceleration of surface rust seen in the corroded coil springs and ball joint dust covers noted during the 2021 test. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis, focusing specifically on the nearside rear sill and the front sub-frame to ensure previous structural repairs are holding. The record also highlights recurring issues with corroded brake pipes across multiple years from 2020 to 2022, suggesting a systemic lack of protection for the hydraulic lines. Furthermore, the history of corroded coil springs and deteriorated suspension boots indicates that the undercarriage is nearing end of its life or has been neglected, requiring immediate inspection for cracks or perished rubber.