2005 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · CT55 EBV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the most recent history indicates a lapse in consistent maintenance. The final MOT conducted in September 2023 at 122,685 miles resulted in a failure with no specific defects recorded, suggesting a potential mechanical failure or a missed inspection item that was not immediately rectified. Prior to this, the car maintained clean passes between 2020 and 2022 without any advisories, indicating that the primary components remained functional for a multi-year period. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 122,685 miles represents an average of approximately 5,842 miles per year. This low usage frequency typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine but increases the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals. The data shows a significant gap of over 7,700 miles between May 2021 and July 2022, followed by a more rapid increase of roughly 5,000 miles leading up to the failed 2023 test. This pattern suggests short-distance urban use consistent with the vehicle's age. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and lower suspension to check for structural corrosion, which is common in older Fiestas regardless of mileage. Because the record lacks specific advisories for several years, the brake lines and suspension bushes should be examined to ensure they have not perished from long periods of standing. The unexplained 2023 failure necessitates a verification that whatever issue caused the rejection was properly addressed and that no underlying mechanical faults remain in the engine or exhaust system.