2005 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · FP55 AOF

The vehicle currently presents a roadworthy state, having achieved two consecutive clean passes in 2024 and 2025. The maintenance history shows a trend toward stability following a period of mechanical neglect in 2024. While the November 2024 failure revealed significant deficiencies in suspension and braking components, the subsequent passes with no recorded defects in late 2024 and 2025 indicate that the current owner addressed these critical safety items. At 170,182 miles over 21 years, the car averages approximately 8,100 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a older vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent annual testing intervals, with a 6,184-mile gap between the November 2024 and October 2025 tests. This regular use suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which is generally beneficial for the integrity of rubber components and fluid seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system due to recurring issues identified in the past. The vehicle has a documented history of front wheel bearing wear, with faults noted from 2017 through to 2020. Additionally, the 2024 failure highlighted a worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint and an offside front track rod end. These components should be checked for any play or boot tearing to ensure the repairs performed in late 2024 remain effective under high mileage conditions. Corrosion remains a known factor for this chassis, specifically regarding the offside rear brake pipes flagged in both 2022 and 2024. Although the 2025 test recorded no defects, the age and mileage of the vehicle necessitate a close inspection of the brake lines and structural points for surface rust. The history of failed stop lamps and uneven tyre wear suggests that basic consumable maintenance has been reactive rather than proactive, so the current state of the tyres and lighting should be verified thoroughly before purchase.