2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FG09 LTY
2009 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 08 Apr 2009. Recorded mileage 184,180 miles. MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 184,180 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FG09 LTY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/04/2026
- 184,180 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FG09 LTY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Ford Fiesta (FG09 LTY) between October 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Side repeater obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.
FG09 LTY Mileage History
- 21/10/2023157,795 mi
- 13/01/2025166,496 mi+8,701 mi
- 15/01/2025166,626 mi+130 mi
- 14/04/2026184,180 mi+17,554 mi
- 15/04/2026184,180 mi
Average of roughly 10,627 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with significant caution. This v
Given the high mileage of 184,180 miles, any purchase should be preceded by a thorough mechanical inspection. You should request evidence of recent maintenance, particularly regarding the suspension and lighting systems, as the 2025 and 2026 MOT records show significant failures in these areas.
Negotiate based on the vehicle's age and high usage. Check the service history to see if the timing belt (cambelt) has been replaced, as this is a critical maintenance item for this engine size. Ensure that the various lighting issues noted in the 2026 failure—including position lamps, fog lamps, and registration plate lamps—have been fully rectified and are not indicative of a larger electrical fault.
As a 1.2L petrol model, this Fiesta should fall into a relatively affordable insurance group and tax band. Fuel economy for this engine size is typically moderate, suitable for urban and suburban driving.
Maintenance costs may be higher than average due to the vehicle's age and mileage. You should budget for more frequent replacements of wear-and-tear items such as tyres, brake components, and suspension parts like ball joints and shock absorbers, which have appeared in recent MOT histories.
Focus your inspection on the suspension and steering components. The MOT history shows a pattern of failure for ball joints (nearside front) and track rod ends (both sides) in 2025 and 2026, as well as a serious fluid leak from an offside front shock absorber in 2025.
Additionally, conduct a thorough check of all exterior lighting. The 2026 MOT failure included a wide range of inoperative lamps, including position, fog, and registration plate lights. Finally, inspect the tyres; the 2025 record noted a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and an offside front tyre that was significantly under-inflated.
This 2009 silver Ford Fiesta 1.2L petrol has covered 184,180 miles, which is substantially higher than the average annual mileage for this model. While the most recent MOT in April 2026 was a clean pass, the vehicle has a pattern of recurring issues, including multiple bulb failures and suspension wear. The high mileage and frequent technical failures suggest a vehicle that has been used heavily.
Aggregate data for this model shows an average MOT pass rate of 77.7%, with common failure points including headlamps, exhausts, and coil springs.
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