2006 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · EX56 NWW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in November 2025 at 84,064 miles shows the car passing despite advisories for headlamp lenses and play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage. This represents a stable trend following a turbulent 2023 inspection where the vehicle failed multiple mechanical tests. The current status suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they reach a failure threshold. At 84,064 miles, this twenty-year-old Fiesta has covered a remarkably low average of approximately 4,200 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage, with roughly 2,800 miles recorded between the November 2024 and 2025 tests. While low mileage generally reduces wear on engine components, infrequent use on a vehicle of this age often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and corrosion due to lack of movement, which aligns with the significant corrosion found on the brake lines in late 2023. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The November 2023 failure highlighted excessive corrosion on the nearside and offside rear brake pipes; while these were likely replaced, the remaining hardware should be checked for further degradation. The recurring issues with the rear axle swivel pins and bushes noted in 2024, combined with the anti-roll bar linkage play in 2025, indicate that the suspension is reaching the end of its functional life. Physical verification of the rubber bushings and a check for clunking in the steering assembly is essential before purchase.