2002 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · LC52 ACU

The vehicle currently holds a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass on February 4, 2026 at 110,278 miles. This result indicates an improving trend in maintenance, as the owner has successfully addressed issues identified in previous testing cycles. The transition from failures in early 2024 and 2025 to a recent clean pass suggests that mechanical defects are being proactively managed to meet the minimum requirements of the annual test. The mileage profile is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. Between February 2024 and February 2025, the car covered 2,439 miles, while it clocked only 1,114 miles in the most recent annual period. While this low annual usage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such intervals often mask risks associated with rubber-based parts and brake-related seizing. The consistent annual testing intervals suggest the vehicle remains in regular use rather than being left stationary for extended periods. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components, as older Ford vehicles of this era are prone to corrosion that may not always trigger an immediate failure until it becomes critical. Given the previous failures in 2024 and 2025, it is vital to verify that the specific faults causing those failures were properly rectified rather than merely patched. Focus on the brake system for binding calipers or pitted discs, as low mileage can sometimes lead to components rusting or corroding from infrequent use.