2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · BA55 NAD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, showing an improving maintenance trend following previous mechanical failures. The most recent inspection conducted in March 2025 at 142,922 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While the history shows past failures in 2022 and 2024, the subsequent clean passes suggest that the previous owner was proactive in addressing identified faults before retesting. At 142,922 miles over 17 years, this Fiesta has averaged approximately 8,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for an older city car. The data shows a consistent usage profile, with 18,544 miles covered between August 2022 and February 2024, followed by another 12,862 miles in the sixteen months leading to the March 2025 test. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which often prevents degradation of rubber components and fluid seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas most prone to wear on a vehicle of this age. Despite the clean recent records, the recurring failures in 2022 and 2024 indicate that components like the suspension or braking system require periodic attention. Inspect the chassis for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, as these are common failure points for this generation. Given the mileage, verify the condition of the suspension bushes and check brake discs for thinning to ensure no new binding or excessive wear is developing.