2006 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · VT55 AEK

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 13 May 2025 at 125,419 miles with no recorded defects, indicating a stable to improving maintenance trend. The earlier failures in 2023 and 2024 have not reappeared, and the latest test shows a clean record. However the MOT is now over fifteen months old, meaning the car is not currently roadworthy under the legal six‑month window as of 8 August 2026. Mileage accumulation has slowed markedly. Between the May 2023 test at 118,027 miles and the May 2025 test at 125,419 miles the car added only 7,392 miles over two years, roughly 3,700 miles per annum, well below the earlier average of about 6,300 miles per year. The test schedule shows frequent checks – a fail/pass pair on the same day in May 2023, a fail/pass within four days in May 2024 – but the last pass is now more than a year old, leaving a gap in current certification. A buyer should inspect the suspension system closely. The rear suspension arm pin or bush was noted as worn in both 2024 tests and remains a potential source of excessive axle movement; check for play at the rear axle and listen for clunking. The nearside rear tyre was recorded as slightly damaged in 2024; examine tread depth and sidewall condition. The front bumper grill was flagged as insecure in 2024; verify that mounting bolts are tight and the grill is securely fitted. The front suspension arm ball‑joint dust covers deteriorated in 2023 but were not mentioned in the latest test; inspect for tears or contamination. The driver’s seat backrest latch failed in 2023; test that the seat can be locked securely in the upright position. Finally, given the vehicle’s age, a thorough visual check for corrosion, especially around wheel arches and underbody, is essential.