2000 Ford Fiesta 1.8L Diesel · X965 BAU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with an improving maintenance trend. The most recent test on 23 October 2025 at 103,598 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a period of minor mechanical issues, such as the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint play noted in the 30 September 2024 test at 100,812 miles, which appears to have been rectified. The mileage pattern indicates very light usage for a 26-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,985 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-interval driving, with the mileage increasing steadily from 76,851 miles in August 2012 to 103,598 miles in October 2025. This low annual mileage suggests the car has not been subjected to heavy mechanical strain, though it may be prone to age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid stagnation. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the vehicle's structural integrity and suspension components. The 10 September 2014 failure highlighted excessive corrosion on the nearside rear subframe mounting, and a 2017 advisory noted corrosion on the nearside outer seat belt anchorage. While these issues were not flagged in the most recent tests, the age of the vehicle makes it essential to check for spreading rust in these specific areas. Recurring advisories regarding brake discs also warrant attention. In both the 2021 and 2022 tests, the tester flagged the nearside and offside front brake discs as being worn, pitted, or scored. Although the 2025 test was clear, a manual inspection of the braking surfaces and calipers is necessary to ensure the discs have been replaced or adequately maintained and are not suffering from surface corrosion due to the vehicle's low usage.