2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FN58 RZA

The 2008 Ford Fiesta presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a pass at its most recent MOT on 16 September 2023 at 146,035 miles. The record shows zero defects across all tests, indicating the vehicle has consistently met minimum roadworthiness standards over the past three years. The trend is entirely stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural issues flagged by testers. This suggests the previous owner addressed any immediate failures promptly, as evidenced by the re-tests occurring within 24 hours of the initial failures on both the 2022 and 2023 occasions. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 8,100 miles annually. Between the September 2021 test at 123,877 miles and the September 2022 test at 137,979 miles, the car covered approximately 14,100 miles. Usage dropped significantly thereafter, with only 8,056 miles added between September 2022 and September 2023. Since the September 2023 test, the vehicle has recorded zero miles, meaning it has stood idle for nearly three years as of July 2026. Prolonged inactivity introduces specific risks, such as perished rubber, seized brakes, and degraded fluids, which an MOT does not fully assess. Despite the clean MOT record, the extended period of inactivity demands a thorough physical inspection. A buyer must examine the tyres for flat spots and sidewall cracking, and test the brake discs for surface corrosion that could cause binding or pulsation. Suspension bushes require close scrutiny for deterioration, as a car standing still often suffers perished rubber components. The exhaust system and underbody should be checked for corrosion, particularly given the vehicle's age and the fact that it has sat stationary since September 2023. Fluid levels and condition, including brake fluid and coolant, will reveal whether the car was stored correctly or simply left to degrade.