2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · EY58 VBK

The most recent MOT on 2025-08-19 recorded a pass with two minor issues: a product on the headlamp lens (not seriously affecting light output) and a loose rear exhaust heat shield. These were also noted in earlier tests, suggesting persistent but non-critical concerns. The vehicle has no major defects in this test, but the pattern of recurring minor faults warrants attention. The MOT history shows a gradual increase in minor issues over time. Headlamp lens contamination, exhaust heat shield looseness, and tire wear have appeared intermittently since 2022. The 2024 MOT highlighted a severely deteriorated front suspension arm ball joint dust cover, which was not repeated in later tests. This suggests some components may be nearing the end of their service life, though no critical failures have been recorded. The vehicle’s mileage of 80,898 miles at 18 years old equates to roughly 4,494 miles per year, which is low for its age. This could indicate lighter use or extended periods of inactivity, both of which may contribute to wear on rubber components (e.g., seals, hoses) or corrosion. However, lower mileage also reduces wear on high-mileage items like brakes and suspension.