2006 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · CF55 KLD

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a history of progressive structural degradation. While it passed its last recorded test in December 2021 at 62,219 miles, this record is now over four years out of date. The maintenance trend shows a persistent struggle with structural integrity, specifically regarding the suspension mounting points. The transition from a 2021 failure for excessive corrosion on the nearside rear mounting to a pass with non-excessive corrosion suggests the rust remains actively active despite potential repairs. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-year-old Fiesta, averaging approximately 3,100 miles per year. There is a significant gap in data, with the vehicle covering only 2,000 miles between November 2020 and December 2021. This low usage suggests the car may have sat for long periods, which often correlates with the perishing of rubber components and the accumulation of corrosion. The record of cracking and perishing tyres in 2020 supports the assessment that parts are failing due to age and neglect rather than distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural sills and suspension mounting areas. The history repeatedly flags corrosion in these zones, which reached a failure point in late 2021 due to reduced structural strength. The state of the brake pipes also requires scrutiny, as they were noted for excessive corrosion in 2020. Given the age of the vehicle and the elapsed time since the last MOT, the buyer should check for deep rust on the chassis and verify that the shock absorbers and rubber bushings have not deteriorated further during stationary periods.