2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · CX59 AXO

The most recent MOT from November 2025 is a significant red flag, as the vehicle failed on several serious safety items. Most concerning is the report of excessive corrosion on the offside rear suspension component mounting area, which is noted as significantly reducing the structural strength of the outer sill. This indicates advanced structural rot that could be expensive or even impossible to rectify safely. The vehicle's condition trend is worsening. While the 2024 MOT was clean, the subsequent failures show a rapid decline in both mechanical and structural integrity. We have seen a pattern of recurring suspension wear, such as track rod end and ball joint issues, alongside new, more severe problems like major exhaust leaks and missing wheel fixings. The transition from simple wear-and-tear items like tyres and ball joints to structural corrosion and exhaust failures suggests the car is deteriorating quickly. At approximately 5,500 miles per year, the mileage is low for a 17-year-old vehicle. While this suggests less mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, low mileage often correlates with vehicles that have sat idle for long periods. This can lead to accelerated corrosion of brake pipes, exhaust systems, and structural components due to moisture buildup, which is consistent with the corrosion issues seen in the recent history.