2002 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · EK52 DPN

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of worsening structural and suspension-related issues. While the most recent recorded test in August 2022 at 93,116 miles passed, it followed a failure just six days prior. That failure highlighted multiple suspension arm bush defects and a failed stop lamp. Given that no MOT has been recorded since August 2022, the vehicle is now over four years overdue for its annual test, rendering its current safety and legal roadworthiness entirely unverified and likely invalid for use. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,880 miles per year. However, the data shows significant periods of inactivity. For instance, the car covered only 1,729 miles between July 2020 and July 2021, and fewer than 3,000 miles in the four years following that. Such low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion of metal parts, which aligns with the recurring reports of deteriorated bushes and corroded brake pipes seen throughout the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis's structural integrity. The 2022 test explicitly flagged vehicle corrosion, and although rigidity was not yet compromised at that time, rust typically progresses unchecked on low-mileage cars of this era. The history also shows a persistent pattern of suspension wear, with anti-roll bar bushes and suspension arm pins failing or requiring attention repeatedly between 2013 and 2022. Particular attention is required for the braking system, as the 2018 failure revealed severely deteriorated hoses and corroded rear pipes, indicating that the hydraulic lines are prone to environmental decay despite the low mileage.