2022 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · ST22 EHD

A completely unblemished record of statutory roadworthiness defines the testing history of this vehicle to date. Entering the testing regime in 2025, the vehicle logged two consecutive passes—first in April 2025 and again in December 2025—with zero failures and no recorded advisories. This provides a clean baseline under DVSA inspection standards, indicating that no structural degradation, braking deficiencies, tyre wear limits, or suspension slackness were present at the times of examination. At 7,630 recorded miles over approximately four years, the vehicle reflects an unusually low rate of usage, averaging roughly 1,908 miles per annum. The occurrence of two separate tests within the single calendar year of 2025—one in April and a second in December—represents an off-schedule or early submission, frequently associated with trade sales, fleet reallocation, or pre-sale preparation. Mechanically, such limited mileage means that primary chassis hardware, including suspension bushes, dampers, steering ball joints, and driveline components, has been subjected to minimal mechanical fatigue and road wear compared to average usage profiles. Because the official records show no historical faults or component-specific advisories, on-site assessment should focus on verifying that limited road use has not resulted in secondary wear issues. Sparingly driven vehicles are often susceptible to light corrosion or surface pitting on the brake discs, as well as sticky caliper sliders caused by prolonged stationary periods. During a road test, apply the brakes firmly from moderate speeds to ensure the vehicle pulls up evenly without pulling the steering wheel to either side, and check for any pedal pulsation or brake judder that would point to uneven disc contact surfaces. Furthermore, dynamic checks should confirm the integrity of running gear and chassis mounts. Listen for any dull knocking or rattling over rough surfaces, which can highlight early play in anti-roll bar drop links or strut top mountings. Inspect the underbody for any road grime accumulation or minor underside scraping, and verify smooth clutch engagement and gear selection across all ratios. While the testing history confirms compliance with minimum statutory roadworthiness standards, confirming smooth operation across these operational checks will ensure the physical vehicle matches its clean testing log.