2004 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FN04 WXF

The 2004 Ford Fiesta presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 30 May 2025 at 135,554 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the three prior annual tests from May 2022 through June 2023 also passed clean. The only blemish is a failure on 16 May 2023 at 121,092 miles, which the DVSA record shows with no defects listed, indicating an administrative or unclassified rejection rather than a mechanical fault. The vehicle has shown no recurring advisories or worsening condition across the observed five-year span. Annual mileage sits at a typical level for a 22-year-old car. The record charts 118,960 miles in May 2022, 121,210 miles by June 2023, 127,661 miles in May 2024, and 135,554 miles in May 2025. That equates to roughly 6,500 to 8,000 miles per year, consistent with the 6,162-mile average for the age. The sparse, clean history with only the single anomaly gives little evidence of neglect, though the absence of any advisory notes means wear items were either within limits or not closely reported. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of consumable and structural components not captured by a pass result. At 135,554 miles the original suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs will likely show age-related fatigue even if not flagged. Examine subframes and sills for corrosion, as a 2004 hatchback of this type is prone to structural rust where moisture collects. Check the rear brake calipers for binding and confirm tyre tread depth across all four corners, since the 2023 failure with no listed defect offers no clue to its cause. The clean MOT trend implies reasonable upkeep, but the record alone cannot certify the condition of drivetrain mounts or exhaust emissions hardware under load.