2003 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · MA03 MLF

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 12 September 2025 at 72,230 miles with no recorded defects, confirming its roadworthiness as of that date. The preceding history shows a stable pattern: two prior test dates in September 2022 and September 2023 each record an initial failure followed immediately by a pass on the same day, both with no defects listed. This suggests any minor issues causing the initial fails were rectified promptly by the owner or tester, indicating consistent and responsive maintenance rather than a worsening trend. The recorded mileage presents an unusual pattern. The mileage decreased from 77,264 miles in September 2023 to 72,230 miles in September 2025, a reduction of 5,034 miles over two years. This contradicts normal vehicle usage and suggests a potential mileage correction or recording error in the official history. Excluding this anomaly, the long-term average is approximately 3,140 miles per year, which is very low for a 23-year-old vehicle. Such light, intermittent use can lead to specific problems like corrosion on brake components, perished rubber bushes and seals, and tyre degradation from age rather than tread wear. Given the sparse and potentially inaccurate mileage data, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on areas neglected during periods of infrequent use. Priority should be given to the braking system for seized or binding calipers and corroded discs, the suspension for deteriorated bushes and coil springs, and the exhaust for structural integrity and leaks. The body should be examined for corrosion, particularly around the sills and wheel arches, as low annual mileage does not preclude rust development. All consumables, including tyres for age cracks and the cambelt for service history, require verification regardless of the clean MOT record.