2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FN59 HPZ

The 2009 Ford Fiesta presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass on 2025-11-05 at 122,681 miles with zero defects recorded. The preceding test on 2025-10-31 at 122,678 miles shows a failure, yet the absence of recorded defects indicates an administrative anomaly or an aborted test rather than a mechanical fault. This pattern demonstrates consistent upkeep, with the vehicle meeting all roadworthiness standards at every annual assessment since 2022 without any advisories or failures attributed to component wear. The mileage accumulation reveals a distinct shift in recent usage patterns. Between 2022-11-01 at 114,881 miles and 2025-11-05 at 122,681 miles, the vehicle covered just 7,800 miles over three years, averaging approximately 2,600 miles annually. This recent low mileage contrasts sharply with the car's overall lifetime average of roughly 7,217 miles per year, suggesting the vehicle has spent extended periods standing or used only for short, local journeys recently. Such intermittent use can sometimes cause different deterioration than high mileage, including tyre flat-spotting or brake surface corrosion from standing. Despite the pristine MOT record, a pre-purchase inspection must focus on the typical failure points for a 17-year-old Fiesta with 122,000 miles. Pay close attention to the suspension bushes and coil springs, as age and mileage can cause perishing and corrosion regardless of recent low usage. Inspect the brake discs for surface rust and measure the thickness, as short journeys and standing periods accelerate corrosion rather than wearing the metal evenly. Check the exhaust system for corrosion and verify the condition of all rubber components, including tyres and hoses, checking the date codes to ensure they have not degraded through age rather than wear.