2006 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · LS56 BTF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in November 2025 at 102,966 miles resulted in an initial failure due to a blown position lamp, a worn tyre, and mechanical defects. While the car passed the retest immediately, the persistence of the corroded offside rear brake pipe and deteriorated anti-roll bar ball joint suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT certificate rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 20 years old, the recorded mileage of 102,966 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,148 miles per year. The usage appears consistent over the last three years, with roughly 5,700 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 3,200 miles between 2024 and 2025. This low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on drivetrain components, but the age of the vehicle often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals regardless of the distance travelled. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking and suspension systems. The offside rear brake pipe has been flagged for corrosion since December 2022, indicating an ongoing issue with rust that could eventually lead to a hydraulic failure if not replaced. Similarly, the nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover was noted as severely deteriorated in 2025, which risks premature failure of the ball joint itself. Given the reports of perishing tyres in 2024 and worn edges in 2025, all rubber components should be checked for dry rot, as low-mileage older vehicles often suffer from age-related material fatigue rather than friction wear.