2007 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FG07 OEP

The vehicle presents an inconsistent roadworthiness status despite a history of generally clean pass records. While the most recent test on 21 February 2025 at 111,302 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, the preceding history suggests a period of reactive maintenance. The back-to-back failure and pass in February 2024 at 99,761 miles indicates that the vehicle struggled to meet minimum standards prior to that inspection, yet the lack of recurring advisories in earlier years suggests no deep-seated mechanical decline. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 111,302 miles averages approximately 5,858 miles annually, which is significantly below the national average for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 6,000 to 7,000 miles driven between annual tests from 2022 to 2025. However, low-mileage vehicles often mask the degradation of rubber-based components, such as suspension bushes, bushings, and brake hoses, which perish due to time rather than distance traveled. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically focusing on the sills and rear wheel arches where corrosion is common on this Fiesta generation. Given the failure in February 2025 without recorded defects, it is vital to verify the specific reason for that failure with the owner to ensure a critical mechanical issue was properly rectified. The inspection should also check for binding brake calipers and uneven wear on tyres, as the low annual mileage can sometimes lead to rusted discs and seized components from lack of sustained use.