2005 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · UR55 JWD

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a maintenance trend that fluctuates between mechanical neglect and reactive repairs. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 105,945 miles passed, it revealed immediate marginalities regarding the offside rear service brake and worn trailing arm bushes. This follows a pattern seen in 2024 where the rear braking system again only just met requirements on both sides, indicating that the vehicle is maintained only to the point of legal Compliance rather than through preventative mechanical care. At a recorded 105,945 miles, this 21-year-old Fiesta has averaged approximately 5,045 miles per year. This low annual usage often correlates with reduced engine wear, but the data shows significant gaps in consistent maintenance. Between August 2022 and September 2023, the car covered nearly 10,000 miles, yet this period saw the most severe structural and mechanical failures recorded. The low mileage suggests the car may sit for long periods, which is a common catalyst for the corrosion found on the braking components noted in the history. A buyer must conduct a rigorous inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the sills. The 2023 failure at 102,895 miles highlighted areas damage and inadequate repairs to the rear suspension mounting areas which significantly reduced structural strength. While these were noted as repaired, welded repairs on older vehicles are prone to hidden corrosion and rapid further decay. Furthermore, the braking system requires close scrutiny; the recurring issues with corroded brake pipes in 2022 and consistently low brake efficiency across 2023 and 2024 suggest a system that is prone to seizing or requiring frequent adjustment.