2007 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · KG07 DWW

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural corrosion and neglected minor electrical faults. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 120,404 miles passed, the tester identified corroding on both the offside front and offside brake pipes. This follows a persistent pattern of corrosion issues noted back in 2024, 2022, and 2021, suggesting that the brake lines are gradually deteriorating without being proactively replaced by the owner. At 19 years old, the recorded 120,404 miles represent an average usage of approximately 6,337 miles per year, which is consistent with low-intensity commuting. The data shows steady annual testing intervals, with only 162 miles being recorded between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests. This low mileage accumulation often masks age-related degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the recurring sidewall splitting on the nearside front tyre, which likely resulted from dry rot and environmental exposure rather than tread-related wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and brake system to assess the extent of the rust. The recurring reports of corroded offside rear brake pipes across four different years indicate that the structural integrity of the hydraulic lines is at risk. Furthermore, the persistent failure of the reverse lights from 2021 through 2023 suggests a minor wiring or bulb issue that the owner consistently ignored. The offside brake judder noted in 2022 also warrants a check of the front discs for thinning or uneven wear, which is common in vehicles of this age and mileage.