2002 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · HF02 DYN

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness profile despite its age, showing a pattern of immediate failure upon testing. The most recent test on 22 February 2024 at 88,896 miles resulted in a failure with no specific defects recorded in the summary, which suggests a significant mechanical or safety issue remained unaddressed prior to presentation. While the car passed its test in February 2023, the recurring trend of failing just before or during the MOT window indicates a reactive approach to maintenance rather than a proactive service schedule. At 88,896 miles over 24 years, this Fiesta has covered a low average of approximately 3,700 miles per year. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components rather than wear-and-tear from mileage. The data shows consistent intervals of use, with roughly 3,000 miles covered between the 2022 tests and another 3,000 miles before the February 2023 tests. Such low mileage often implies the vehicle sits for long periods, which frequently results in seized brake calipers, perished suspension bushes, and corrosion within the fuel system. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on structural integrity and fluid leaks. Given the repeated failures without listed defects, the buyer should check for hidden structural rust on the sills, wheel arches, and trailing edges which are common failure points for this generation. Inspect the brake discs for signs of pitting and check the tyres for sidew cracking caused by low use. The lack of detailed advisories in the history suggests that minor developing issues are being ignored until they reach a point of시험 failure.