2001 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FL51 MLV

The 2001 Ford Fiesta presents as roadworthy following a clean pass on 26 August 2025 at 30,958 miles, with the maintenance trend stable across the recorded history. The most recent test showed no defects, though an earlier attempt on 18 August 2025 at 30,948 miles failed with no defects formally logged, a pattern consistent with administrative or presentation issues at the testing station rather than mechanical fault. Across the five entries from 2022 to 2025 the vehicle cleared every valid test with no advisories raised. Annual mileage sits at roughly 1,238 miles given the 30,958 recorded at the last test against the car's 25-year age. The records show gentle accumulation: 29,844 miles in August 2022, 30,254 in August 2023, 30,633 in August 2024, and 30,948 by the failed August 2025 attempt. No gaps exceed twelve months and no sudden jumps appear, indicating steady light use. Such low yearly coverage over a long lifespan suggests extended standing periods between runs. A buyer should still inspect structural integrity and corrosion at the sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points, as the MOT record stays silent on these yet age and inactivity promote hidden rust. Check the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for deterioration from disuse, and confirm the exhaust emissions remain within limits given the infrequent operation. The August 2025 fail with zero defects warrants a check of the VOSA failure reason to rule out a clerical anomaly before purchase.