2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · BD58 WRT

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring structural corrosion and suspension wear. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 129,326 miles passed with minor advisories related to indicators and tyre wear, the previous records show a history of mechanical degradation. The 2024 test was particularly telling, flagging multiple issues including sub-frame corrosion and rear coil spring failure, which suggests the vehicle has operated near the limit of its structural integrity. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. However, there is a significant anomaly in the data between January 2024 and January 2025. The recorded mileage dropped from 174,890 miles in 2024 down to 119,071 miles in 2025. This discrepancy suggests a clerical error in the DVSA database and undermines the reliability of the current mileage reading. Outside of this gap, the usage remains steady, indicating the car has been used regularly rather than left stationary for long periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front sub-frame and rear suspension components. The tester consistently flagged corrosion on the sub-frame from 2022, 2023, and 2024, indicating that surface rust is progressing. Furthermore, recurring failures of ball joints and track rod ends across several years suggest the suspension bushings are reaching the end of their life. Given the history of exhaust flexi pipe leaks and pitted brake discs, the entire exhaust system and braking assembly should be checked for fresh leaks or excessive thinning to ensure the previous defects were addressed properly rather than merely bypassed.