2007 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FL07 CXZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in November 2023 at 96,132 miles passed with minor advisories regarding a worn nearside front tyre and a slightly noisy nearside rear wheel bearing. This follows a more turbulent period in 2022 where the car failed on multiple structural and mechanical points, suggesting that components are only addressed once they reach a point of inspection failure. At 96,132 miles, this 19-year-old Fiesta shows low annual usage, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There are significant gaps in the testing record, notably the two-year interval between the August 2021 and August 2022 tests. While low mileage often suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain, it frequently leads to the degradation of rubber components and corrosion due to the vehicle sitting stationary, which is evidenced by the severely deteriorated CV boot and corroded brake pipes and exhaust noted in the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the vehicle's chassis and suspension system. The 2022 record flagged a cut axle bracket on the nearside rear suspension arm and a distorted inner wheel bead, which indicate previous impact damage or significant stressing. The recurring issues with wheel bearings across multiple years suggest the hub assemblies are nearing their functional limit. Furthermore, the previously noted corrosion on the central brake pipe from 2021 requires re-examination to ensure structural oxidation has not progressed into a safety failure, despite the pass in the subsequent test.