2009 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · EU09 TGF

The most recent DVSA MOT test conducted on 5 June 2025 returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, and this outcome is consistent with the broader pattern shown in the vehicle's recent test history. Looking back across the available records, the Fiesta has passed each subsequent annual test without any advisories being raised by the examining station, which points to a stable and well-maintained mechanical condition in the areas routinely assessed under the MOT regime. Of particular note is the 2 May 2023 entry, which appears as a fail with no defects recorded alongside it; this typically indicates a vehicle that was presented, failed on a category not captured in the summary data (often a procedural or late-presenter situation) and subsequently passed on the same date. Taken as a whole, the absence of recurring advisories across consecutive tests suggests that wear-related components such as braking system, suspension, exhaust, and lighting have been kept within satisfactory limits, although the lack of recorded advisories should not be interpreted as proof that all components are in as-new condition. With a recorded mileage of 130,709 miles spread across approximately seventeen years, this Fiesta has covered an annual average of around 7,689 miles, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a vehicle of its age and class. This relatively moderate annual mileage suggests the car has seen consistent everyday use rather than extremes of either very high motorway mileage or extended periods of standing, both of which carry their own particular wear patterns. At this overall odometer reading, attention naturally turns to higher-mileage service items such as clutch wear, gearbox synchro condition, engine oil consumption, and the general health of the timing chain or belt depending on the specific engine variant fitted, as these components accumulate wear proportionally to distance covered rather than calendar age. The gap in testing history between December 2021 and May 2023 should also be acknowledged, as it may indicate a period without MOT cover, though this is not necessarily indicative of neglect and could simply reflect off-road storage or a change of keeper. Given the clean MOT history and the absence of any recorded advisories, a prospective buyer should concentrate their physical inspection on age-related deterioration that may not be flagged during a standard roadworthiness test. Tyres warrant close scrutiny for sidewall perishing and cracking from age, particularly on a vehicle that has spent much of its life outdoors; even tyres with adequate tread depth can suffer structural degradation of the rubber compound after many years of UV exposure, and a 2009-built car is now approaching the point where any original fitment rubber items should be considered suspect regardless of wear. The braking system should be inspected for corrosion on the disc surfaces and any signs of binding calipers, both of which can develop on a moderately used vehicle that sees a mix of urban and longer journeys. The 12V battery is another priority, as a battery of this age is well beyond its typical service life and is a common cause of non-start situations, particularly in colder months. Fluid condition and under-bonnet service history should also be carefully verified, as calendar-based degradation affects brake fluid, coolant, and automatic or manual gearbox oil independently of mileage accumulation. Inspecting the service book for evidence of regular timing belt or chain replacement, coolant changes, and brake fluid renewal is strongly advisable on a car of this vintage, as neglect of these items can lead to costly repairs that bear no relation to the cleanliness of the MOT record. A thorough test drive should include listening for any suspension clonks over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn bushes or top mounts; checking for pulling under braking, which could indicate seized caliper slides or uneven pad wear; and observing the engine at idle for any excessive vibration, misfire, or excessive exhaust smoke that might point to ignition, fuelling, or emission control issues. Finally, a compression test or at minimum an OBD diagnostic scan would be prudent to confirm internal engine health on a high-mileage example such as this, providing reassurance beyond what the MOT certificate alone can confirm.