2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · EO09 LSC

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy; the most recent MOT on 10 January 2026 failed because the offside front coil spring was fractured (5.3.1(b)(i)). The maintenance history shows a series of failures rather than improvement, with a worn suspension arm ball joint and wishbone flagged in January 2025, repeated brake‑disc wear in 2023 and 2025, and tyre cuts recorded in the same 2025 test. The pattern of recurring mechanical issues indicates a deteriorating condition rather than a stable or improving one. Mileage accumulation has been modest overall, averaging about 5,500 miles per year for a 2009 model, yet the jump from 76,241 miles in February 2023 to 85,249 miles in February 2024 (+9,008 miles) marks a notable period of higher usage or a testing gap. Subsequent entries show incremental rises, and the final reading of 94,427 miles appears unchanged between the pass and fail on 10 January 2026. The record is relatively sparse in the earliest years but provides a consistent view of usage over the vehicle’s life. A buyer should inspect the offside front coil spring for any fracture, examine the suspension arm ball joint and wishbone for excessive wear, and check brake discs for pitting and pad thickness. Tyre condition must be verified for cuts, ply exposure and tread depth, while mirror fixings, steering gaiter integrity and the windscreen washer operation should be tested. Finally, a thorough visual check for corrosion or rust on chassis components is essential given the vehicle’s age and the documented structural concerns.