1998 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · R795 CTC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent passing record across the last three testing cycles. The most recent test on 24 August 2021 at 43,499 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates that at the time of the final inspection, the vehicle met all primary safety and environmental standards, suggesting the mechanical condition has been maintained despite the occasional failure. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a vehicle from 1998, averaging approximately 1,554 miles per year. Between September 2019 and August 2021, the car covered only 2,449 miles, moving from 41,050 to 43,499 miles. While low mileage generally implies less wear on the engine and drivetrain, the long periods of stationary time can lead to the degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and potential brake caliper seizing, and aged fluid hoses. Despite the clean recent history, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the sills, floor pans, and arches, as these areas are prone to corrosion on this era of Fiesta. Given the low usage and the age of the vehicle, it is vital to check the condition of the tyres for cracking and the state of the brake discs for pitting. The recorded failures in 2019 and 2021 without listed defects suggest minor non-conformity-related issues that were rectified immediately prior to retest, rather than a systemic mechanical failure.