2018 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · ST68 XRR

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable maintenance trend following an initial setback. The most recent test conducted in November 2025 at 26,474 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating a clean mechanical state. This follows three consecutive passes without issues since 2022, suggesting that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that meets all regulatory requirements without recurring failures. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old Ford, averaging approximately 3,300 miles per year. Between October 2022 and November 2025, the car covered 11,578 miles, which aligns with very infrequent use. The gap of 6,000 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests shows a consistent usage pattern. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain components, it often increases the risk of component degradation in rubber parts due to sitting stationary for extended periods. While the MOT history is clean, a buyer must inspect for signs of neglect associated with low-mileage vehicles. Infrequent use can lead to flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers from surface moisture, and perished suspension bushes or split boots. The buyer should check the brake discs for corrosion pitting and ensure the fluids have not absorbed moisture, as these issues occur over time regardless of distance. Given the age of the car, a physical inspection of the underbody is necessary to ensure that decorative rust has not progressed into structural corrosion.