2007 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · LR07 AZA

The 2007 Ford Fiesta recorded at 106,033 miles is currently roadworthy but shows a worsening maintenance trend. In the February 21, 2023 test at 106,033 miles the vehicle passed with multiple advisories, including corroded offside rear coil springs, a slightly distorted offside front wheel, a taped nearside door mirror, and a coolant leak. The preceding February 15, 2023 test at 105,985 miles failed because the suspension arm was fractured and seriously weakened, indicating that the condition has deteriorated rather than stabilized. The mileage has risen steadily from 83,176 miles in April 2015 to 106,033 miles in February 2023, averaging about 5,581 miles per year, which is low for a 19‑year‑old car and suggests long periods of inactivity. No significant gaps are evident; the increments between consecutive tests are consistent, with the smallest rise of only 50 miles between the last two tests. A buyer should prioritize the condition of the suspension system, examining the corroded coil springs, the lower suspension arm bush and pin, and the shock absorber seals for leaks, as these items have repeatedly appeared across all tests. The brake system warrants close scrutiny: the recorded corrosion of brake pipes, the history of binding rear brakes, and the parking brake efficiency advice indicate potential brake pipe failure and caliper binding. Tyre wear on the inside edges, exposed cord on tyres, and the persistent coolant leak should also be checked, along with the integrity of the exhaust system and structural rust on springs and pipes. While the vehicle meets the minimum legal standards in its latest MOT, the accumulation of recurring mechanical faults and structural corrosion points to deferred maintenance, making a thorough physical inspection essential before purchase.