2006 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MM06 YFC

The 2006 Ford Fiesta presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, currently holding a clean MOT pass dated 20 March 2026 at 170,450 miles with zero defects recorded. The record shows a consistent pattern of annual testing around the March window each year, with no advisories or failures noted across the four most recent tests dating back to February 2024. This indicates the vehicle has been maintained to a roadworthy standard without recurring mechanical or structural defects in the documented period. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year over its twenty-year lifespan. Between the February 2024 pass at 161,573 miles and the March 2026 pass at 170,450 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 8,877 miles over two years, which aligns with normal usage. The recorded mileages show incremental and logical progression with no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps that would suggest odometer tampering or prolonged periods of disuse. The two failed tests on 11 March 2026 and 13 March 2025 both record no defects, indicating these were likely administrative or pre-test booking anomalies rather than genuine mechanical failures. Despite the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should carry out a thorough physical inspection focused on areas the MOT does not fully stress-test. At 170,000 miles, suspension components such as coil springs, dampers, and trailing arm bushes merit close examination for age-related fatigue, even if no advisory has been flagged. The braking system should be inspected for uneven disc wear and caliper function, particularly given the vehicle's age. Underbody and sill corrosion should be checked carefully, as structural rust can develop between annual tests without triggering an immediate failure. Exhaust emissions compliance should also be verified under load, as marginal deterioration can pass a static test but worsen between inspections.