2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · DV09 NTC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift from reactive component replacement to structural concerns. The most recent test in July 2025 at 136,126 miles passed, yet it identified corrosion on the nearside rear inner and outer suspension mounts. While the tester deemed this acceptable, the presence of rust in these prescribed areas indicates that the vehicle is entering a stage of structural degradation that may eventually lead to MOT failures if not monitored for further progress. At 136,126 miles, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 8,000 miles per year over its seventeen-year life, which represents consistent light usage. The mileage accumulation between tests is steady, with roughly 2,000 miles covered between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 2,200 miles in the following year. This regular use suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, though the low annual mileage places the vehicle at risk of aging rubber components and metalwork. A buyer must specifically inspect the offside rear road wheel, which was flagged for distortion in three separate tests between 2023 and 2024. Although it passed the most recent test, the recurring nature of this fault suggests a previous impact or manufacturing flaw that could affect handling. Furthermore, the 2024 failure due to a front tyre bulge and a perished rear tyre indicates a period of neglect regarding basic consumable maintenance. Physical attention should be paid to the chassis to assess the depth of the corrosion noted on the nearside rear suspension mounts. Because these areas are critical to the vehicle's structural integrity, any visible scaling or thinning metal would represent a significant safety risk. Given the age of the vehicle, the buyer should also check the sills and wing arches to ensure the overall structural frame remains intact despite the recorded surface rust.