2004 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · DC53 BFL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a clean pass record over the last three annual inspections. Following a failure in late October 2022, the car has passed every subsequent test without any recorded defects or advisories. The most recent test in November 2025 at 76,320 miles indicates that the mechanical and safety-critical components currently meet the DVSA standards without immediate need for remedial work. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,469 miles per year. Between October 2022 and November 2025, the car covered only 1,288 miles, suggesting periods of very infrequent use or long-term storage. While this low mileage reduces the wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such low usage often increases the risk of age-related degradation. Rubber components, such as hoses, bushings, and suspension seals, can perish and crack over decades regardless of how few miles the odometer has recorded. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Ford Fiestas are prone to corrosion that may not always be caught in a standard MOT test if it is superficial. Given the low usage, check the brake discs for surface pitting and seized calipers, which frequently occur when a vehicle sits for extended periods. Additionally examine the tyres for sidewall cracking or flat spots, as age often exhausts rubber before tread depth on low-mileage vehicles.