2006 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · YP56 AFK

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a persistent pattern of surface corrosion and deferred component replacement. In the most recent test in October 2025 at 69,191 miles, the tester flagged corroded brake pipes covered in grease and corroded rear suspension components. While the car passed, the recurring nature of the brake pipe issues dating back to 2022 suggests the owner has opted for preventative greasing to mask structural decay rather than replacing the affected hardware as the corrosion progresses. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,460 miles per year. There is a consistent gap in usage between annual tests, moving from 53,284 miles in 2022 to 69,191 miles in 2025. However, this low usage correlates with the age-related degradation of rubber components, evidenced by the repeated advisories for perished tyres in 2021, 2023, and 2025, where the rubber is cracking due to age despite having sufficient tread depth. A buyer must physically inspect the structural integrity of the brake lines and suspension mounting points, as the record indicates a long history of flaking and corrosion that has not been rectified. The distorted wheel rims noted in 2018 and 2022 suggest previous impact or severe curbing which may have affected the suspension geometry. Furthermore, the recurring uneven tyre wear on inner edges in 2021 and 2023 indicates a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that requires professional attention to prevent premature tyre failure.