2007 Ford Fiesta 2.0L Petrol · NU07 OUX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the MOT history indicates a pattern of immediate failures followed by passes. The most recent test on 16 December 2021 at 158,701 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure on the same day. Since no tests have been recorded for over four and a half years, the current roadworthiness status is unverified. This significant gap in testing suggests a high risk of undetected degradation of mechanical components since the last official inspection. At 158,701 miles over 19 years, the car averages approximately 8,353 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for its age. The data shows a notable gap in records between June 2019 at 140,604 miles and December 2020 at 156,015 miles, during which the vehicle covered over 15,000 miles in 18 months. The usage slowed significantly thereafter, with only 2,686 miles recorded between the December 2021 tests. This pattern suggests consistent local use rather than heavy long-distance commuting, but the high mileage on an aging chassis increases the likelihood of perished rubber components and fatigued metal. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the structural integrity, particularly the sills and arches, which are common failure points for vehicles of this era. Given the lack of recent data, the inspector should check the suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers for signs of excessive wear or corrosion. The brake system requires close scrutiny for binding calipers or thin disc surfaces, as the record does not detail the condition of these consumables over the final years. Checking for fluid leaks across the drivetrain is essential to ensure the vehicle has been maintained during the long period without MOT testing.