2004 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · RY04 ANF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The most recent test in September 2021 at 54,133 miles passed after an initial failure for lighting and wheel condition issues. Since no MOT has been recorded for nearly five years, the vehicle is currently overdue for its annual roadworthiness check. This significant gap in testing suggests long periods of inactivity, which often leads to degradation of rubber components and fluid integrity despite the low recorded mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old Fiesta, averaging approximately 2,460 miles per year. Between September 2019 and September 2021, the car covered only 9,536 miles, confirming it is used sparingly for short trips or remains stationary for extended durations. While this limits the wear on the drivetrain and engine components, low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from dry seals, seized brake calipers, and perished suspension bushes that are not necessarily captured by a standard MOT but are indicative of age-related neglect. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the nearside front road wheel, which was flagged as distorted during the 2021 test. This distortion suggests a previous significant impact that may have affected steering geometry or alignment. Given the long interval between MOT tests, pay close attention to the tyre sidewall cracking and the condition of the brake discs for corrosion from lack of use. The previous failure for discoloured indicators and insufficient washer fluid indicates that basic aesthetic and functional checks were overlooked by previous owners until the tester forced action.