2009 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · DF59 WBY

The vehicle presents a marginal roadworthiness status, with the maintenance history indicating a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in September 2023 at 108,750 miles resulted in a pass following a failure just one day prior. While the immediate issues with the corroded brake pipe and illegal tyre depths were addressed, the recurring nature of failures on critical components like steering and braking systems suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they reach the point of an MOT failure. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 108,750 miles reflects a consistent usage pattern of approximately 6,400 miles per year. The data shows steady progression between 2021 and 2023, with roughly 8,200 miles covered over that two-year period. This relatively low mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to high-intensity motorway use, but the age of the car increases the likelihood of rubber component degradation and metal oxidation, which is evidenced by the corrosion found on the brake lines. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the record shows a clear degradation of the track rod ends from slight play in 2021 to a serious risk of detachment in 2022. The tester should also examine the offside front brake pipe for further corrosion, as the previous failure noted grease covering which can be used to hide surface decay. The past failure regarding an inoperative engine malfunction indicator light in 2022 also indicates potential electrical faults that should be verified with diagnostic equipment to ensure no hidden fault codes remain. Given that the last MOT was nearly three years ago, the current state of the tyres and rubber components is unknown and requires immediate attention.