2004 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · NL04 SOJ

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently indeterminate due to a lack of recent testing data. The last recorded entry occurred on 13 October 2021 at 73,304 miles, where the car failed the test without specific defects recorded. Because no MOT has been performed for nearly five years, the vehicle is legally untworthy for public roads and the mechanical state cannot be verified. There is no evidence to suggest a stable or improving maintenance trend since the record ends abruptly. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,332 miles per year. While low mileage often suggests less mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, it significantly increases the risk of degradation in rubber-based components and fluid-related issues. The five-year gap between the 2021 test and the present suggests the car may have sat for extended periods or been used only for short journeys, which frequently leads to seized calipers and perished brake lines. A physical inspection must prioritize the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Ford Fiest are prone to corrosion that accelerates when vehicles remain stationary. The buyer should check the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of dry rot or cracking. Given the low mileage and the time elapsed, the braking system requires a thorough check to ensure the discs are not heavily corroded and that the cylinders are not seized due to lack of use.