2004 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · DC53 EWV

The 2004 Ford Fiesta presents a currently roadworthy status following the January 2026 test pass at 59,014 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The most recent January 2026 pass shows no defects, though the same-day failure with no defects logged points to an administrative or non-mechanical rejection rather than a fault with the vehicle itself. Prior tests in 2025 and 2024 also returned passes with clean sheets, indicating no recurring advisories or worsening condition across the three-year window. The odometer reads 59,014 miles against 22 years of age, equating to a low average of roughly 2,682 miles per year. The car gained only 1,931 miles between the January 2024 test at 43,618 miles and the January 2025 test at 45,547 miles, then added 13,467 miles by January 2026 at 59,014 miles. That late jump breaks the long idle pattern and suggests the vehicle stood for extended periods before heavier recent use. Sparse records with zero advisories limit insight into wear on consumables and structure. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the low-mileage-standing profile that accelerates rubber perishing and caliper binding. The clean MOT sheet does not rule out early corrosion on sills or subframes, so check structural integrity underneath. Confirm the January 2026 same-day fail reason with DVSA to exclude a suppressed defect entry before purchase.