2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · ISZ 8007

The July 2025 test returned a pass at 67,651 miles following a same-day failure at 67,648 miles, leaving the vehicle with a clean certificate that has since expired in July 2026. This fail-then-pass sequence mirrors the August 2024 pattern where a fail at 65,345 miles converted to a pass the next day, indicating a consistent trend of minor defects rectified immediately at the testing station. The August 2023 test passed cleanly at 62,996 miles with no initial failure recorded. Overall the maintenance trend appears stable, characterised by low-mileage annual cycles and prompt attention to test failures. Mileage accumulation remains exceptionally low for a 2014 model, averaging roughly 2,300 miles per year over the last two cycles compared to the lifetime average of 5,600 miles. The odometer moved from 62,996 miles in August 2023 to 65,345 miles in July 2024, then to 67,651 miles in July 2025. Such limited use often correlates with prolonged standing periods, which accelerates brake disc corrosion, caliper seizure, and rubber component degradation rather than conventional wear. No mileage anomalies or clocking indicators appear in the supplied DVSA timeline. A buyer must prioritise a thorough underbonnet and underbody inspection targeting the risks of low utilisation. Verify brake disc surfaces for deep pitting or lip formation and confirm caliper slider movement to rule out binding caused by inactivity. Check the rear axle beam and suspension mounting points for structural corrosion, a known weak point on this generation Fiesta, alongside sill inner sections and floorpan integrity. Tyre date codes require scrutiny regardless of tread depth, and the exhaust system should be examined for internal rot from condensation buildup. The current expired MOT status means the car cannot be driven legally on the road until a fresh test is secured.