2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · AY09 WWH

The vehicle maintains a functional roadworthiness status, though the maintenance trend shows a shift towards increasing component degradation as it ages. The most recent test in April 2023 at 117,853 miles identified a minor leak in the exhaust system and a deteriorated rear registration plate. While the vehicle passed, the presence of an exhaust leak suggests the exhaust system is beginning to succumb to corrosion, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and mileage. At 117,853 miles over 17 years, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 6,900 miles per year. This usage pattern is consistent with low-to-moderate driving. The record shows a steady progression of mileage, with a gap of roughly 12,000 miles between 2020 and 2021, and another 12,000 miles between 2021 and 2023. The relatively low annual mileage suggests the car may have sat for extended periods, which often leads to the perishing of rubber components and oxidation of metal surfaces. A buyer should specifically inspect the exhaust system to determine if the leak noted in 2023 has worsened into a more significant failure or manifold issue. The history reveals recurring issues with consumables, such as pitted brake discs noted in 2016 and a failed offside front wheel bearing in 2021. The 2022 advisory regarding worn and perished tyres also indicates that basic preventative maintenance has occasionally been neglected. A thorough check of the suspension bushes and structural integrity around the underbody is essential, as the heavily corroded silencer reported in 2016 indicates the environment is conducive to rust.