2007 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · RA07 OPY

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection on 24 March 2026 at 100,206 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently achieved passing results over the last three years. While the record shows failures in both 2025 and 2026, the lack of recorded defects on the passing certificates suggests that minor issues were identified and rectified immediately prior to re-tests without indicating systemic mechanical failure. The mileage profile is notably low for a nineteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,274 miles per year. Between the March 2024 test at 83,027 miles and the March 2026 test at 100,206 miles, the car covered 17,179 miles, indicating a consistent usage of roughly 8,500 miles per annum recently. This pattern suggests light annual use, though low mileage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid seals which does not necessarily show as wear-and-tear on the odometer. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes, as older Ford Fiestas are prone to corrosion that may not be flagged until it becomes significant. Given the low mileage, check the suspension arm bushes and coil springs for signs of perished rubber or cracking, which occurs frequently when vehicles sit stationary for long periods. Examine the brake discs for surface rust or pitting, as low-use vehicles often suffer from seized calipers or glazed rotors despite having ample pad remaining.