2005 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FH54 XHC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of mechanical inconsistency. The most recent test conducted on 3 July 2025 at 107,758 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that any previous mechanical issues have been addressed. While the history shows failures in both 2023 and 2024, the subsequent clean passes suggest the current owner is proactive in rectifying faults identified by the tester. The mileage profile is notably low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,131 miles per year. Between the June 2023 test at 103,506 miles and the July 2024 test at 105,830 miles, the car covered only 2,324 miles, suggesting periods of infrequent use. This low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though long periods of standing can lead to degradation of rubber parts, such as perished hoses or seized brake calipers, and internal fluid contamination. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Ford Fiestas are prone to corrosion regardless of low mileage. The clean records from 2024 and 2025 suggest the suspension and braking systems currently function correctly, but a manual check of suspension bushes and coil springs is advisable. Given the previous failures in earlier years, verifying the condition of the exhaust system and the thickness of brake discs will ensure that no immediate maintenance-related issues remain hidden beneath the age of the vehicle.