2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · E19 LCA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 138,565 miles passed, it followed a significant failure just five days prior. The trend shows recurring issues with braking components and cooling systems, specifically a recurring overheating problem that prevented emissions testing in September 2025. This suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they become necessary to pass the annual test. At 17 years old with 138,565 miles, the Fiesta averages approximately 8,150 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a city car of this age. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 11,800 miles covered between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 1,900 miles recorded in the following year. This consistent use indicates the vehicle has not sat stationary, but the high total mileage places significant stress on aging components like suspension bushings and braking hardware. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system and suspension. The record repeatedly flags a binding offside front service brake and fluctuating rear service brakes across both 2025 tests, indicating likely sticking calipers or corroded discs. Furthermore, the 2024 failure for a nearside front track rod end with excessive play suggests the steering geometry is reaching the end of its life for several front-end components. The reported overheating in September 2025 is a critical red flag that warrants a professional check of the head gasket and cooling system to ensure the engine has not suffered internal thermal damage.