2005 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FN55 HRA

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural corrosion and component degradation. In the most recent test in September 2025 at 63,676 miles, the tester identified multiple advisories including corroded suspension mounting areas and front brake pipes. While the car passed, the increasing frequency of rust issues across the chassis and braking system suggests that the vehicle is beginning to suffer from age-related material decay despite its low annual mileage. At 21 years old with only 63,676 miles, this Fiesta has covered an exceptionally low distance, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual low-mile usage, with only 2,184 miles driven between September 2024 and September 2025. This low usage often results in less mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, but frequently leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and increased corrosion, which is evidenced by the deteriorated steering rack gaiter and corroded brake pipes seen throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically focusing on the nearside rear sill and the suspension mounting points flagged in 2023 and 2025. The recurring mention of corroded brake pipes covered in grease suggests a previous attempt to mask surface rust, necessitating a close check for thinning metal to prevent leaks. Additionally, the drive shaft seal leak reported in 2022 and the corroded nearside front coil spring from 2025 should be verified to ensure these issues have not progressed beyond simple repair thresholds.