2003 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · YN03 BFK

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following its most recent MOT pass on 12 November 2025 at 105,609 miles. While the car passed this inspection, the maintenance trend shows a period of instability during the latter of 2025. The failures in September and November of that year indicate that the vehicle developed issues that required immediate attention, though the subsequent pass at 105,609 miles suggests these specific mechanical or safety-related faults were rectified to bring the car back to legal standards. The mileage profile is notably low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. The record shows a consistent usage pattern between September 2023 and September 2024, where the car covered 4,693 miles. However, the vehicle covered only 6,354 miles between the September 2024 and November 2025 tests. This low annual mileage reduces wear on drivetrain components, but it increases the risk of degrading rubber-based parts, seized brake calipers, and internal corrosion due to long periods of stationary use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody, as low-mileage cars of this era often suffer from structural rust in the sills and floor pans. Given the two failures in late 2025, it is vital to verify what specific components were replaced to ensure they were not temporary fixes. Focus attention on the suspension bushes for cracking and check the brake discs for surface pitting, as age-related degradation occurs regardless of the low mileage driven.