2006 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · CU06 NAE

Based on the available DVSA MOT records, this 2006 Ford Fiesta presents a stable and largely trouble-free maintenance history. The most recent test on 28 October 2023 at 109,609 miles passed with no defects recorded, and the two preceding annual tests in October 2021 and October 2022 also passed cleanly. There are no recurring faults, no advisories, and no pattern of deterioration across the recorded history. This is a strong indicator of consistent basic upkeep and a vehicle that has not developed any persistent mechanical or structural issues over the past several years. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 5,480 miles per year. Between October 2021 at 97,258 miles and October 2022 at 99,726 miles, the car covered just 2,468 miles, before recording a larger jump of 9,883 miles to reach 109,609 miles by October 2023. This suggests a period of very light use followed by a year of more regular driving. One anomaly appears in the record: a test on 8 October 2021 at 97,246 miles is marked as failed yet lists no defects, with a retest on 13 October 2021 at 97,258 miles passing cleanly. This likely reflects an administrative or procedural issue rather than a genuine mechanical fault, given the absence of recorded defects on both entries. Despite the clean MOT record, the car is now approaching three years without a current test, the last certificate having expired in October 2026. A buyer should treat the vehicle as untested in its current state and arrange a fresh inspection before purchase. The low annual mileage and extended periods of light use warrant particular attention to perishable rubber components such as suspension bushes, track rod ends, and anti-roll bar links, which can deteriorate from age and standing rather than mileage. Brake discs and calipers should be checked for surface corrosion and binding, as low-use vehicles frequently suffer from uneven pad deposits and seized sliding pins rather than worn-through components. Tyre age is another critical factor at this vehicle's age, regardless of tread depth. Any tyre manufactured more than six years ago should be replaced due to rubber degradation, and the spare should be inspected for condition and pressure. Underbody corrosion, particularly around the sills, subframes, and mounting points, should be examined closely, as a 2006 Fiesta of this age is well within the window where structural rust becomes a genuine roadworthiness concern. The exhaust system, fuel lines, and brake pipes beneath the car deserve equal scrutiny for corrosion. Overall, the MOT history is reassuringly clean, but the gap since the last test and the car's age mean a physical inspection remains essential before any commitment is made.