2005 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · HW55 EDJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in July 2025 at 126,267 miles resulted in a pass following a failure just ten days prior. While the failed rear shock absorber and nearside stop lamp were addressed, a persistent oil leak from the transmission remains present. The recurring nature of failing on lighting and tyre issues suggests that the owner only rectifies faults when they become immediate obstacles to an MOT pass. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 126,267 miles represents an average of approximately 6,000 miles per year, which is consistent with an older city car. The data shows steady usage over time, with roughly 4,600 miles covered between August 2023 and July 2024, and another 4,600 miles between July 2024 and July 2025. This consistent mileage suggests the vehicle is not sitting idle, but the age means that rubber components and seals are likely degraded regardless of the distance. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the transmission housing to determine the severity of the oil leak, as it has appeared in consecutive recent tests. The history also shows a clear pattern of neglecting basic consumables, with multiple advisories for tyres at the legal limit or under inflated across 2023 and 2024. Given the previous failures involving pitted brake discs and a leaking shock absorber, the entire suspension and braking system should be checked for uneven wear. Additionally, the structural integrity of the offside rear door and the functionality of the removed rear seat hardware need verification to ensure previous mechanical failures were properly resolved.