2004 Ford Fiesta Flame 1.4L Petrol · MKZ 5046

A consistent record of passing MOT tests with minimal interruptions defines this vehicle's recent roadworthiness history. While there was a failure recorded on 18 August 2025, the car successfully passed its subsequent test on 23 August 2025 with no defects or advisories noted. This recent pattern shows a vehicle that has maintained a clean compliance record across multiple years, including the 2024, 2023, 2022, and 2021 tests, suggesting that any mechanical issues identified during previous failures were rectified to meet minimum legal standards. The recorded mileage of 92,054 miles against a 2004 registration indicates a low annual usage pattern of approximately 4,184 miles per year. This level of accumulation is significantly lower than the UK average for a vehicle of this age. Mechanically, such low mileage can mean less wear on high-friction components like brake discs, pads, and tyres, but it also carries the risk of components such as rubber suspension bushes, seals, and hoses perishing due to age rather than distance. The lack of significant mileage jumps between tests suggests the vehicle has been used for short, infrequent journeys rather than sustained motorway driving. Given the absence of specific advisories in the most recent DVSA records, there are no documented concerns regarding structural integrity, such as subframe corrosion, or fluid leaks. However, because the vehicle has been driven at low annual intervals, a physical inspection should focus on components that degrade through time and inactivity. During a test drive, pay close attention to the steering response and listen for any knocking or clunking noises from the suspension linkages or coil springs when traversing uneven surfaces, as these can often stiffen or perish on low-usage vehicles. Further attention should be directed toward the braking system and drivetrain. While no brake-related defects were recorded, the low mileage warrants a check for any binding calipers or uneven pedal feel that might indicate seized components from long periods of standing. You should also monitor for any sudden changes in engine note or vibrations that could suggest issues with engine mounts or exhaust system integrity. As the MOT history shows no recent recorded failures for emissions or lighting, the vehicle appears to have met the required standards for these categories in its most recent inspections.