2007 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · CK07 AAJ

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of increasing mechanical degradation and neglect. While the most recent test in February 2022 at 87,743 miles passed, it revealed a significant volume of advisories compared to the clean record in 2021. This shift from a zero-defect pass to a list of suspension, braking, and structural issues suggests the car is entering a phase where components are reaching the end of their functional life despite low mileage. At 19 years old, the recorded 87,743 miles represent a very low annual average of approximately 4,600 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with age-related decay of rubber and metal components rather than mechanical wear. There is a notable gap in the data between February 2022 and the current date, meaning the vehicle has not been officially tested for four years. This period of potential inactivity or infrequent use likely exacerbated the corrosion issues noted in the history, as evidenced by the corroded brake pipes and perished tyres seen in the later records. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The recurring issue of corroded brake pipes appearing in 2019, 2020, and 2022 indicates a lack of preventative maintenance and could lead to sudden hydraulic failure. The tester flagged worn axle swivel bushes and play in the front track rod end, which suggests the steering and suspension assembly is beginning to lose tolerance. Furthermore, the misting on the nearside shock absorber and the pitted brake discs indicate that these components are nearing imminent replacement. Structural integrity remains a primary concern given the history of corroded rear coil springs recorded in 2020. Rust on this era of Fiesta often points to deeper structural corrosion spreading through the chassis. Because the car has sat without an MOT for four years, the buyer should check for perished hoses, seized brake calipers, and extensive rot that the tester missed. The previous use of grease to obscure brake pipes from inspection in 2020 is a red flag regarding the previous owner's transparency regarding vehicle upkeep.