2007 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · SH57 VOT

This 2007 Ford Fiesta has maintained a clean MOT history since its most recent test on 2025-06-27, where it passed without any defects at 82,749 miles. The consistency of four consecutive passes—spanning 2022 to 2025—indicates no recurring mechanical failures, though the single failure in July 2022 (also at 78,492 miles) suggests a rare anomaly rather than a pattern. The absence of advisories or repeated faults implies the vehicle has likely undergone regular servicing, though the lack of service records means critical intervals like timing belt replacement, suspension bush wear, or differential fluid changes remain unverified. The most recent test was conducted just over a year ago, which is within the acceptable window for a vehicle of this age, though buyers should verify whether the test covered all high-risk areas such as exhaust integrity, steering play, or underbody corrosion. The recorded mileage of 82,749 miles over nearly 19 years—approximately 4,355 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, suggesting either minimal use or prolonged periods of inactivity. The incremental mileage increases between tests (around 1,478 miles per year) are steady but do not indicate aggressive driving. The gap between the 2022 failure and pass—both at the same mileage—is unusual, as MOTs are typically staggered by a few hundred miles. This could imply a retest after a minor oversight, such as a missed advisory from a previous inspection, rather than a genuine mechanical issue. The low mileage does not preclude wear, however; components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers may still require inspection, as even low-mileage vehicles can develop fatigue or corrosion over time. Given the lack of defects in recent tests, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should be structural integrity and hidden wear. Check for corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as rust can compromise structural integrity without affecting MOT passability. The suspension should be examined for uneven tyre wear, excessive play in steering, or damaged bushes, particularly at the rear where binding brakes were flagged in the 2022 retest. Brake discs and pads should show no excessive thickness variation, and the tester’s note of a binding condition suggests potential caliper seizure or seized wheel bearings, which could escalate into a safety risk if ignored. Finally, verify the exhaust system for leaks or excessive sag, as emissions systems often fail silently without visible defects. The absence of MOT advisories does not guarantee these areas are flawless—only that they did not fail the test.