2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · EY09 HGG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. The most recent test on April 21 2026 at 74,917 miles resulted in a pass following an immediate failure for a defective mirror and multiple tyre-related issues. While the car passed its previous two tests, the recurring nature of consumable and minor component failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach the threshold of an MOT failure. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 74,917 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 4,400 miles. This low usage pattern is consistent across the available records, showing roughly 4,000 miles driven between April 2024 and 2025, and another 4,400 miles in the final year. However, such low mileage on an older vehicle often leads to the degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the perished and cracked offside rear tyre noted in the 2026 test. A physical inspection must focus on the suspension and braking components which have shown vulnerability. The 2024 failure flagged torn ball joint dust covers on both front suspension arms and oil misting on the nearside shock absorber; a buyer should verify if these parts were replaced or if the leak has progressed to a functional failure. Additionally, the front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in 2024. Given the low mileage, these issues likely stem from surface corrosion due to inactivity, which should be checked for excessive thinning or uneven wear to ensure safe stopping..