2014 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · LL63 EJJ

A clean and consistent MOT record defines this 2014 Ford Fiesta, with each of the last four tests recorded as a pass and no advisories, defects, or failure items logged across the entire five-test history. The most recent assessment on 24 November 2025 was a straightforward pass with no defects recorded, matching the pattern established in the November 2024, November 2023, and January 2023 tests. The presence of a failed test alongside a pass on the same date in November 2024 is unusual but uninformative, as no defect details were recorded for either entry, which prevents any meaningful mechanical conclusion being drawn from that isolated result. Overall, the absence of advisories for suspension components, brake pipes, exhaust integrity, corrosion, or structural items suggests the vehicle has not yet developed the typical wear-related deterioration associated with cars of this age bracket, at least not to the threshold required for advisory reporting. Against an age of approximately twelve years, the recorded mileage of 63,702 miles equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 5,300 miles, which is notably low for the vehicle's age bracket. This level of usage typically indicates either short, local journeys, extended periods of standing, or a combination of both, and the fairly regular annual test dates suggest the car has remained on the road consistently rather than being laid up for prolonged stretches. Mechanically, low annual mileage on a Fiesta of this generation tends to be benign for the engine and transmission, as the 1.25 or 1.4 petrol units are robust at modest mileages, though the underutilisation does place greater demand on ancillaries that suffer from infrequent operation rather than wear, including the clutch release bearing, brake caliper slide pins, and starter motor. Given the complete absence of recorded advisories across the MOT history, the inspection focus for a prospective buyer should shift toward the components most likely to fail on a low-mileage, twelve-year-old vehicle regardless of test outcome. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to the feel of the clutch, listening for any rumbling or chirping from the bell housing as the pedal is depressed, which would indicate a worn release bearing. The brakes should be tested from speed, with the vehicle pulled firmly to a stop on a smooth surface to detect any judder suggesting front disc warping, and the handbrake should hold the car on an incline without excessive travel, as seized rear caliper slide pins or drums out of adjustment are common after periods of light use. The steering and suspension also warrant close physical inspection even though no advisories have been recorded. With the engine running and the vehicle stationary, turning the steering lock to lock should produce no clonking or rubbing noises, and any knocking felt through the steering column over uneven surfaces would point to worn track rod ends or drop links, both of which are common Fiesta wear items at this age. Beneath the vehicle, the brake pipes, fuel lines, and the subframe mounting points should be examined for surface corrosion, as twelve years of British weather can cause perforation on undersealed components long before MOT advisory thresholds are reached. Finally, the exhaust should be tapped along its length while the engine is cold to listen for rattles suggesting a collapsed internal baffle, and a check underneath the bonnet for oil seepage around the cam cover and sump gasket will round out a thorough evaluation of what is otherwise a well-presented, lightly used example.