2012 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · FE12 VAD

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state, having passed its most recent MOT on 16 March 2026 with 68,462 miles and no recorded defects. This represents an improving maintenance trend compared to previous years where failures were noted in 2024 and 2025. The clean sheet from the latest inspection suggests the current owner is proactive in addressing issues that previously prevented the vehicle from passing. The mileage profile is notably low for a fourteen-year-old Ford Fiesta, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. Between March 2024 and March 2025, the car covered only 2,437 miles, and it added just 585 miles in the year leading up to the 2026 test. This low usage often reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it can also age-related degradation of rubber components, such as seals and suspension bushes, which suffer during long periods of inactivity. While the recent test was successful, the recurring failures in 2024 and 2025 indicate that the vehicle previously required attention to meet safety standards. Because the specific reasons for those failures are not detailed in the provided summary, a physical inspection must focus on the brake system and suspension. A buyer should check for seized calipers or corroded discs, which are common on low-mileage cars that sit stationary, and inspect the underside for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, especially given the vehicle's age despite the low mileage.