2014 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MW14 XBK

A clean and largely unblemished MOT record defines this 2014 Ford Fiesta, with the most recent test on 28 October 2025 recording a pass and no advisories whatsoever, continuing a stable pattern of roadworthiness compliance that has held since at least 2023. The only irregularity in the file is a technical one rather than a mechanical concern: on each of the two most recent test dates, a fail entry appears immediately adjacent to a pass entry dated the same day or the day before. This is characteristic of a minor classification or administrative adjustment made by the testing station on the day of inspection, rather than evidence of any defect, since no failure items are recorded against either entry. Across the three years of documented testing, the vehicle has accumulated zero advisories, zero failure items, and no recorded component defects, which represents a particularly clean roadworthiness profile for a twelve-year-old supermini. The recorded mileage of 39,073 miles against an approximate age of twelve years equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 3,256 miles, which is considerably below the typical usage rate for a vehicle of this type and age. Such low mileage tends to reflect either a second-car role, predominantly short urban journeys, or extended periods of standing between uses. Mechanically, this usage profile generally benefits the major drivetrain components in terms of wear, but it can place disproportionate stress on items that suffer from underuse. Brake discs and pads are particularly susceptible to surface corrosion and uneven wear patterns when a vehicle is left standing for prolonged periods, while rubber components including suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and drive belt rubber can harden and perish more rapidly through disuse than through active wear. The cooling system, fuel system, and underbody should therefore be considered priorities despite the modest odometer reading. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there are no specific components flagged by the tester to focus the inspection around, but the low-mileage profile itself dictates where attention should be concentrated. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven road surfaces, which would suggest perished bushes or worn anti-roll bar drop links; feel for any vibration through the steering wheel under braking, which can indicate corroded or warped brake discs from infrequent use; and check for pulling to one side under braking, pointing to a binding caliper or uneven pad transfer. Inspect the brake discs visually for lipping or obvious rust scoring and verify that the handbrake holds the vehicle securely on an incline, as rear brake mechanisms can seize from prolonged disuse. It would also be prudent to examine the underbody and exposed structural areas for any corrosion that may have developed during periods of standing, particularly around the wheel arches, subframe mounting points, and brake and fuel pipe runs, as the MOT records do not document any pre-existing corrosion history for reference. Confirm that the cooling system has been refreshed within an appropriate service interval and verify the condition of the auxiliary drive belt for any signs of cracking, given the low annual mileage. Finally, ensure the vehicle is supplied with evidence of regular annual servicing regardless of low mileage, as oil degradation, fluid condition, and time-scheduled replacements remain essential regardless of how few miles the car has covered.