2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · MV08 AEG

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the most recent inspection indicates a shift toward mechanical and electrical neglect. While the car passed the June 2025 test at 74,886 miles, the tester flagged an active engine management light indicating a fault. This is a significant concern that suggests a sensor or emissions issue has been left unaddressed despite previous passes. The maintenance trend is currently worsening, as the vehicle moved from a clean record in 2024 to multiple defects, including electronic faults and inspection obstructions, in the latest recent MOT. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,160 miles per year. Between May 2022 and June 2025, the car covered only 6,835 miles, suggesting long periods of sitting or minimal use. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it increases the risk of rubber-based degradation. The 2022 advisory regarding a perishing offside front tyre at 68,051 miles confirms that the vehicle's components are failing due to age rather than friction-related wear. A buyer must prioritise a diagnostic scan to identify the engine management light fault, as this could mask serious catalytic or oxygen sensor failures. Given the low annual mileage, the physical inspection should focus on dry cracking in suspension bushes, perished hoses, and brake components that suffer from lack of use. The 2024 failure of the wiper blade and repeater indicates a history of overlooking minor exterior items, which necessitates a thorough check of structural corrosion in common rust sills and wheel arches on this Fiesta generation.