2002 Ford 2.4L Diesel · PL02 AEA

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass on 23 December 2024 at 98,577 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle has successfully addressed issues identified in previous tests. While the history shows failures in 2022 and 2024, the subsequent passes without recorded advisories suggest that the owner is proactive in rectifying faults rather than allowing them to persist. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,100 miles per year. The data reveals a significant stagnation in usage over the last few years. Between September 2022 and September 2023, the car covered only 56 miles, followed by a burst of activity between September 2023 and December 2024 where 194 miles were recorded. This pattern of low usage suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown despite the low mechanical wear on the drivetrain. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focused on structural integrity and undercarriage, as low-mileage cars are prone to hidden corrosion and seized components. Check the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines for cracking or pitting caused by long periods of inactivity. Given the failures recorded in 2022 and 2024, verify that the specific components which caused those failures were properly replaced and do not show signs of recurring wear or premature fatigue.