2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · RK58 AEM

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a trend of worsening mechanical condition in more recent years. While it passed the test in September 2022 at 138,538 miles, this followed a significant failure just ten days prior. That September 2022 failure revealed critical issues including a major exhaust silencer leak, high emission levels exceeding limits, and an inoperative engine management warning light. The lack of any MOT records since September 2022 suggests the vehicle has not undergone a formal roadworthiness check in nearly four years. At 138,538 miles, the car has averaged approximately 7,700 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for an eighteen-year-old vehicle. However, data shows a significant spike in usage between 2018 and 2022, where the vehicle covered over 50,000 miles in four years. This period of higher mileage coincides with the appearance of recurring mechanical faults, moving away from the much cleaner history seen between 2011 and 2015 when the car was frequently passed with no defects or minor issues. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the exhaust system and emissions components, as the record shows a history of corrosion, leaks, and failed gas tests. The suspension also shows a pattern of deteriorating wear, with multiple ball joint dust covers and anti-roll bar linkages flagged between 2019 and 2022. Recurring coolant leaks noted in 2019 and 2020 suggest a cooling system that may be neglected or requires ongoing attention. Furthermore, the engine management light reported in 2022 remains a major diagnostic priority, as it indicates an unresolved electronic fault that was not clearly addressed in the final recorded pass.