2004 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · CU53 BYR

Based on the official DVSA MOT records, this 2004 Ford Fiesta presents a stable and largely unremarkable roadworthiness profile. The most recent test, conducted on 31 January 2022 at 112,679 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. A prior attempt on 19 January 2022 at 112,662 miles also shows no defects listed, suggesting the initial failure was likely an administrative or procedural matter rather than a mechanical fault. The maintenance trend is stable, with no recurring advisories or failures to indicate a worsening mechanical condition. However, the record ends over four years ago, meaning the vehicle has not been subjected to a roadworthiness assessment since early 2022, leaving a significant gap in verifiable maintenance data. The mileage pattern reveals a notable anomaly. Between the November 2020 test at 105,060 miles and the January 2022 test at 112,679 miles, the vehicle accumulated 7,619 miles in approximately 14 months. This is a sharp increase compared to the preceding period, where it covered just 2,202 miles between May 2019 and November 2020. The annualised average of roughly 5,122 miles over 22 years is low for its age, but the sudden spike in late 2020 to early 2022 suggests either a change in ownership or a shift from prolonged standing to regular use. The complete absence of any recorded defects across all five entries, including the failed attempts, is unusual and may indicate the vehicle was presented in consistently clean condition or that minor issues were rectified before retests without formal notation. A buyer should approach this vehicle with cautious optimism but thorough physical verification. The lack of MOT data since January 2022 means critical wear components, including brake discs, pads, suspension bushes, and coil springs, have gone uninspected for over four years. Given the age of the vehicle, structural corrosion on the sills, subframes, and floor pan remains a primary concern, particularly if the car has stood for extended periods. The sudden mileage increase in 2020-2022 also warrants inspection of the exhaust system and catalytic converter, as short-term heavy use after dormancy can accelerate exhaust emissions deterioration. Tyre condition, wiper blades, and fluid levels should be checked, as these consumables degrade with time regardless of mileage. A pre-purchase inspection focusing on underside integrity and brake function is strongly advised before committing to the purchase.