2004 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FH54 SBY

The maintenance trend is highly stable and currently resolving positively. The most recent MOT test on 20 January 2026 at 123,517 miles resulted in a clean pass with zero defects. An earlier test on the same day at 123,512 miles recorded a failure, yet no specific defects were listed, suggesting an aborted test or a minor rectification completed immediately before the successful retest. The preceding three annual tests in 2023, 2024, and 2025 also passed without any advisories or defects, demonstrating a consistent pattern of baseline roadworthiness. The recorded mileage of 123,517 miles equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 5,614 miles, which is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle. Between 23 January 2023 and 27 January 2025, the car covered approximately 7,106 miles over two years, maintaining this low-utilization pattern. The mileage jumped by 4,042 miles in the twelve months leading up to the January 2026 test, indicating a recent increase in usage. The MOT history contains no significant gaps, showing continuous annual testing without missed years. Despite the flawless MOT record, a clean certificate does not preclude age-related deterioration, particularly given the vehicle's low annual mileage which often leads to prolonged standing. A buyer must inspect the structural integrity of the sills, subframes, and floor pan for corrosion, as salt exposure over two decades causes hidden rust regardless of recent test outcomes. Examine the condition of the suspension bushes and shock absorbers, which perish with age and lack of use rather than mileage. Check the brake discs and calipers for surface corrosion from standing, and verify the condition of the tyres, looking for sidewall cracking and date codes, as rubber degrades over time even with ample tread depth.