2009 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · CE09 NTC

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a recurring trend of deferred suspension and exhaust repairs. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 130,882 miles noted a non-excessive oil leak and play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage, this follows a pattern where minor mechanical wear is only addressed after it reaches a failure threshold. The trend is currently stable in terms of passing, but the frequency of suspension component failures suggests a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach regarding wear-related parts. At 130,882 miles, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 7,700 miles per year over its 17-year life, which is consistent with typical usage. There is a notable gap in records between December 2022 and April 2024, where the vehicle covered only 1,000 miles in sixteen months. However, the usage increased significantly between September 2021 and May 2025, covering over 23,000 miles in eighteen months. This surge in mileage likely accelerated the degradation of rubber bushes and exhaust components seen in the later tests. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension and exhaust system, as the record repeatedly flags worn ball joints, track rod ends, and axle bushes across the last five years. The 2024 failure for a seriously misaligned inner track rod end and excessively worn suspension arm ball joint indicates that the steering geometry has frequently been under significant stress. The exhaust system has been a persistent issue since 2020, with minor leaks evolving into a major leak and insecure mounting by 2024, suggesting the silencer and piping are nearing the end of their functional life.