2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FG58 TYO

The 2024‑12‑30 test at 137,766 miles failed, rendering the 2008 Fiesta non‑roadworthy. Defects recorded included tyre tread below the 1.6 mm requirement, an excessively worn front suspension arm ball joint and a marginally defective headlamp lens, showing a worsening maintenance trend. Mileage accumulation averages about 7,654 miles per year, which aligns with the vehicle’s 18‑year age, yet the data reveal uneven usage. After a clean pass at 97,208 miles in October 2020, the next test occurred at 102,574 miles in October 2021, a gain of 5,366 miles in one year. The subsequent 2022‑10‑18 test at 109,559 miles added another 6,985 miles, and the final 2024‑12‑30 test covered 28,207 miles in two years and two months, indicating accelerated usage in the recent period. A buyer should therefore inspect the front suspension arm ball joints for play or looseness, verify tyre tread depth on all wheels, and examine the condition of the front brake pipe for corrosion or greasing. The history of failed wiper effectiveness, headlamp aim and registration plate lamp operation suggests checking the wiper linkage, bulb functionality and lamp wiring. Finally, a visual assessment of the chassis for rust, especially around the brake pipe and suspension mounting points, is essential to confirm structural integrity.