2005 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · CE05 ACF

The vehicle shows a stable maintenance trend with a clean record of passes, though the most recent MOT date of 14 July 2022 indicates the car has been off the road or untested for over four years. The absence of defects or advisories in the 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 tests suggests a vehicle that was well-maintained during its active period. A failure on 14 July 2021 was resolved immediately on 17 July 2021, though the record does not specify the nature of that fault. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,148 miles per year. Between July 2020 and July 2022, the odometer rose from 96,165 to 108,115 miles, showing a consistent usage pattern of approximately 6,000 miles annually. The total lack of recorded advisories over this four-year span is unusual for a car of this age, implying either a very light duty cycle or a high standard of preventative maintenance. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of components prone to degradation during long periods of inactivity. The four-year gap since the last MOT increases the risk of seized brake calipers, perished tyre sidewalls, and degraded engine seals. Special attention should be paid to the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as corrosion often progresses unseen when a vehicle sits idle. Verify the current state of the braking system and check for any fluid leaks that may have developed since the 2022 test. The absence of historical flags for suspension bushes or coil springs does not guarantee their current condition given the vehicle's age. A full mechanical sympathy check is required to ensure the car has not suffered from standing-related decay.