2014 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · SD14 CGO

This 2014 Ford Fiesta presents a stable roadworthiness record, with the most recent MOT tests—conducted just over a year ago in April 2025 at 44,070 miles—showing no defects on either pass or fail attempt. The repeated pass outcomes across the last four annual tests, spanning from March 2022 to April 2025, indicate consistent compliance with DVSA standards, with no advisories or major concerns logged. The only anomaly is the duplicate entry for April 2025, where the vehicle was tested twice on the same day at identical mileage, both resulting in a pass. This suggests either a clerical error or an unusual resubmission, but it does not reflect any mechanical deterioration. The absence of recurring advisories or failures on critical components—such as brakes, suspension, or structural integrity—implies the vehicle has been maintained to a basic standard, at least in terms of what the MOT assesses. The mileage accumulation is unusually low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging just 3,672 miles per year, which is well below the UK fleet average. Over the recorded period, the Fiesta progressed from 35,251 miles in March 2022 to 44,070 miles in April 2025—a gain of just 8,819 miles in three years. This slow mileage growth could indicate prolonged periods of disuse, storage, or very light urban driving. The lack of rapid mileage increases also reduces wear on consumables like tyres, brakes, and suspension, but it raises questions about whether the vehicle has been regularly exercised to prevent issues like seized joints, degraded fluids, or battery deterioration. Without additional service records, it’s impossible to confirm if the low mileage has been managed with appropriate maintenance, but the MOT history alone suggests no urgent mechanical failures have arisen from inactivity. For a prospective buyer, the primary focus should be on components not routinely checked during MOTs but critical to long-term reliability. Given the low mileage and age, inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for hardening or cracking, particularly if the car has spent extended periods stationary. Check for binding or uneven wear in the brake system, as low-mileage vehicles can still develop corrosion or seized calipers if fluids have degraded. Examine the exhaust system for rust or leaks, especially around the mounts and silencers, given the Fiesta’s susceptibility to surface corrosion. The battery and electrical systems should also be tested, as a vehicle with minimal use may have a weakened battery or dormant faults in sensors. Finally, verify the condition of the tyres beyond the MOT’s tread depth check—look for dry rot or uneven wear, which could indicate alignment or balancing issues from infrequent use. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but these areas warrant closer scrutiny to ensure the Fiesta’s reliability beyond the basic legal requirements.