2009 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · E11 YAK

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding structural integrity and suspension components. In the most recent test in November 2025 at 112,598 miles, the tester identified significant corrosion on both the front and rear sub-frames. While these were not yet classified as seriously weakened, the presence of this rust alongside corroded rear coil springs and worn axle swivel bushes indicates that the chassis and running gear are entering a phase of accelerated degradation. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between March 2020 at 102,827 miles and October 2021 at 103,124 miles, suggesting the car sat stationary for over a year. Since that period, mileage has accumulated at a steady rate, with roughly 9,000 miles annually recently. This low annual mileage often contributes to the surface corrosion on brake discs and suspension components seen in the later records. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sub-frames to determine if the corrosion has progressed beyond the levels noted in 2025. The recurring issue of pitted and scored brake discs, noted in 2021, 2023, and 2024, suggests the braking system has been neglected rather than replaced. Furthermore, attention should be paid to the rear axle swivel pins and bushes, as these have been flagged as worn across multiple tests, which will likely lead to poor handling and uneven tyre wear if not addressed.