2008 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · DM07 MAK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend regarding structural integrity management. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 106,780 miles passed with minor advisories, the history shows a vehicle that has struggled with significant structural corrosion. The most critical data point is the failure in October 2024, where the offside rear subframe mounting was found excessively corroded and holed. Although this was reportedly repaired and covered in underseal by the subsequent test, the presence of structural rot on a vehicle of this age suggests an ongoing environmental issue. At 18 years old, this Ford Fiesta has covered an average of approximately 5,932 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for older cars. The mileage progression shows consistent use, with roughly 6,400 miles driven between the November 2024 and November 2025 tests. However, low mileage often masks the accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and the effects of long periods of standing. The transition from a clean test in 2022 at 91,457 miles to a major structural failure in 2024 indicates that the vehicle has entered a phase where age-related corrosion outpaces mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the repaired offside rear subframe mounting area to ensure the underseal is not merely masking active rust. Close attention should be paid to the inner sills and surrounding suspension mounting points for signs of bubbling paint or scaling. The 2025 advisory noted an offside front brake hose with corrosion at the ferrule and a distorted nearside front wheel, both of which require immediate replacement to prevent mechanical failure. The distorted wheel also suggests a previous impact, which warrants a check of the steering geometry and front suspension components.