2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · CV59 PLX

The 2009 Ford Fiesta presents a stable maintenance trend, though its MOT certificate expired in May 2026, meaning the vehicle currently lacks a valid test certificate as of July 2026. The record shows two failed tests, on 14 June 2023 at 61,083 miles and 17 April 2024 at 71,462 miles, though both were rectified and passed within days. Despite the recorded failures, the absence of specific defect details in the data makes it impossible to pinpoint the exact mechanical or structural faults that caused the initial rejections. The most recent test confirms the vehicle met the required roadworthiness standards at the time of inspection on 3 April 2025 at 73,986 miles, with no advisories or defects noted. The recorded mileage of 73,986 miles equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 4,352 miles, which is notably low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle. The mileage progression reveals an unusual pattern. Between the July 2023 pass at 61,176 miles and the April 2024 failure at 71,462 miles, the car covered over 10,000 miles in nine months. This dropped sharply to just 2,524 miles over the following twelve months leading to the April 2025 test. Such a variance suggests a period of heavier use followed by prolonged standing, which can cause its own issues like brake disc corrosion and tyre flat-spotting. Because the specific defects prompting the two failures are absent from the record, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the core mechanical and structural components. Focus on the suspension and steering systems, checking for worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and binding brakes, as these are common failure points for the model. Inspect the undercarriage and sills for structural corrosion, a typical concern for vehicles of this age that may have sat stationary for extended periods. The brake discs and pads require close scrutiny for surface rust and uneven wear, particularly given the fluctuating mileage pattern. A test drive will verify whether the engine and transmission operate smoothly under load, compensating for the gaps in the documented fault history.