2008 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · YR58 ABU

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025‑08‑13 at 55,120 miles failed due to insufficient front windscreen washer fluid, a slightly damaged near‑side front tyre and a distorted near‑side front road wheel, despite a concurrent pass that recorded only those advisories. The pattern of intermittent failures—exhaust detachment in 2022, emissions exceedance in 2021, stop‑lamp fault in 2024—shows the maintenance trend is not stabilising; issues recur rather than resolve, indicating inconsistent care. Mileage accumulation over 18 years totals 55,120 miles, averaging about 3,060 miles per year, which is low for an 18‑year‑old car. The record shows long gaps between tests (e.g., 2021 to 2022) and a modest rise from 49,932 miles in August 2024 to 55,120 miles in August 2025, suggesting periods of minimal use but also raising questions about storage conditions and the impact on consumables. A buyer should inspect the front tyres and wheels for damage and distortion, check brake pads for the thin‑wear notice logged in 2023, examine the exhaust system for leaks (major detachment in 2022 and a minor fuel‑injector seal smell in 2024), verify coolant level stability (noted low in 2024), test the washer fluid system (repeated failures in 2022 and 2025), confirm rear stop‑lamp operation (faulted in 2024), and look for corrosion or rust around wheel arches and underbody, given the recurring tyre and wheel issues. The history reflects a pattern of basic upkeep being missed; tyre wear and cracking appear repeatedly, while exhaust, emissions and cooling system repairs have been addressed intermittently. Low mileage does not guarantee longevity; the buyer must ensure any reported repairs were properly completed and that no hidden structural degradation has developed.