2001 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · WK51 HVT

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a stable trend of deferred repairs regarding age-related wear. The most recent test in August 2025 at 74,394 miles flagged a recurring corroded rear brake pipe and perishing tyres, issues that were also noted in the 2024 inspection. While the car passes annually, the persistence of these faults suggests the owner is waiting for components to reach the point of failure rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 25 years old, the recorded mileage of 74,394 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-usage patterns, with only 4,283 miles covered between August 2023 and August 2025. However, low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components. This is evidenced by the 2023 report which identified tyres that were 20 years old at the time, confirming that the material has perished due to dry rot despite the low distance driven. A physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the door steps, as corrosion has been documented in both 2022 and 2023. The buyer should also examine the rear strut top mounts, where free play was flagged in multiple consecutive tests, indicating worn bearings that have not been replaced. The rear brake pipes require close scrutiny to ensure the corrosion has not progressed to a level that could lead to a leak. Given the pitted and scored brake discs noted in 2022 and 2023, the braking system likely shows signs of surface oxidation from periods of inactivity use.