2007 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · KB07 KUD

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2007 Ford Fiesta was conducted on 15 September 2025, at which the vehicle achieved a pass with no defects or advisories recorded against it. This clean result represents the third consecutive pass in the recorded history, following passes in October 2024 and October 2022, and demonstrates a stable and consistent maintenance trend rather than any deteriorating pattern of roadworthiness failures. It is worth noting that a failed test was also recorded on 18 September 2023, but as no specific defects are listed for that failure, it appears the issue was addressed and the vehicle subsequently passed later the same day or shortly after. The overall trajectory is therefore reassuring, indicating that the car has been kept in a roadworthy condition across the tests on file, with no recurring mechanical issues flagged by the examiner. The recorded mileage of 51,467 miles against an approximate vehicle age of nineteen years equates to an annual usage rate of around 2,700 miles, which is exceptionally low for a car of this vintage. Such modest mileage typically indicates either a vehicle used primarily for short local journeys or one that has spent considerable periods standing unused. While low mileage preserves major mechanical components such as the engine internals and transmission, it often accelerates deterioration of certain ancillary items due to lack of regular use. The MOT record shows tests in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025, with mileages implied to be reasonably consistent given the consecutive annual tests, suggesting the vehicle has remained in active use rather than being laid up for extended periods. Given the car is now nineteen years old, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to age-related deterioration rather than purely wear-based concerns. Tyres should be inspected closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as older tyres can suffer from rubber degradation even when tread depth remains adequate, and the spare wheel should be checked likewise. Brake discs and calipers are susceptible to corrosion and seizure from periods of light use or standing, so the calipers should be examined for binding and the discs for signs of rust scaling or pitting, particularly around the outer edges and inner faces. The 12V battery should be tested for its state of charge and load capacity, as batteries of this age are well beyond their typical service life, and all fluid levels and conditions should be verified, including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and power steering fluid, since these degrade over time regardless of mileage covered. On a test drive, listen carefully for any suspension clunks or knocks that might indicate worn bushes, drop links, or coil springs, and pay attention to brake pedal feel for any excessive travel, sponginess, or shudder under braking that could point to corroded discs or weakened flexible hoses. Verify that the service book contains stamps at appropriate intervals and cross-reference these with any receipts available, as consistent servicing is particularly important on a low-mileage vehicle to ensure that oil changes and fluid flushes have been carried out on a calendar basis. Inspect the exhaust system thoroughly for corrosion, paying particular attention to mounting rubbers and the rear silencer box, and check under the bonnet and beneath the vehicle for any signs of oil or coolant leaks that might have developed over time. Finally, confirm the age of the timing belt and water pump if the vehicle is fitted with a cambelt rather than a chain, as these components require replacement at fixed intervals irrespective of mileage, and a lack of documentary evidence for this replacement on a nineteen-year-old car should be treated as a significant negotiating point or reason for immediate attention.