2009 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · CV09 VRJ

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate, having passed its most recent test on 17 March 2026 at 112,433 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record contains an anomaly. On that same date, the Fiesta initially failed at 112,432 miles before passing a retest just one mile later. Curiously, the supplied record lists no defects for either the initial failure or the retest, nor for any of the preceding passes in 2024 and 2025. This suggests either an administrative failure, such as a dangerous defect immediately rectified off the ramp, or a data reporting quirk, but mechanically, the car has consistently met the required standard at each successful presentation. The recorded mileage indicates very low recent usage. Between the March 2024 test at 108,338 miles and the March 2025 test at 110,362 miles, the vehicle covered just over 2,000 miles. This pattern repeated over the following year, accumulating only 2,071 miles by the March 2026 test. While the average annual mileage across the vehicle's seventeen-year lifespan calculates to roughly 6,600 miles, the recent history shows a distinct drop in usage. Such low mileage can reflect lighter commuting or long periods of standing, which carries its own mechanical implications. Given the absence of recorded mechanical or structural advisories, a buyer should focus on the specific risks associated with a low-mileage, seventeen-year-old vehicle rather than recurring faults. Extended periods of inactivity can cause suspension bushes to perish and brake discs to surface corrode, even if the components technically pass an MOT. Tyres must be checked closely for date codes and sidewall cracking, as low-mileage vehicles often reach their age limit before their tread wear limit. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion and examine the underbody and sills for structural rust, which remains a common issue for older Fiestas regardless of mileage. A thorough test drive will reveal whether the brake calipers bind or the suspension feels compliant after sitting idle.