2005 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FM54 BHJ

The 2005 Ford Fiesta shows a stable roadworthiness trend, with the most recent test on 27 September 2022 returning a pass at 71,619 miles and no defects recorded. Prior to that, the September 2021 cycle produced both a fail and a pass on the same date at 65,574 miles, though the record lists no defects against either outcome. The vehicle currently holds a valid pass but is nearly four years out of test relative to today's date of 8 July 2026. The odometer climbed from 65,574 miles in September 2021 to 71,619 miles by September 2022, a modest 6,045 miles across twelve months and an average of roughly 3,410 miles per year over the car's 21-year life. This low annual use suggests light running or extended periods off the road, which can allow corrosion and perished rubber components to develop unseen. The MOT history is sparse, with only two test years logged and no advisories or faults detailed, so the clean record gives limited insight into ongoing maintenance discipline. The same-day fail and pass in September 2021 with no defects cited points to an administrative or procedural issue rather than a mechanical fault, but a buyer should not rely on the absence of advisories as proof of condition. At 21 years old and with unknown standing periods, the suspension bushes, coil springs, brake calipers and underbody structure require physical inspection for corrosion and fatigue. Given the elapsed time since the last test, the buyer must commission a fresh MOT and a independent mechanical inspection before purchase. Focus on exhaust emissions, brake disc wear, steering joints and structural integrity, as low mileage alone does not preclude age-related degradation.