2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FP59 DFN

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of progressive structural corrosion and component wear. The most recent test on 30 May 2026 at 115,210 miles passed despite corrosion on the nearside and offside rear suspension mounting areas. While these were not yet deemed excessive by the tester, the presence of rust in these structural zones suggests that the vehicle's chassis is beginning to degrade, a common concern for a Fiesta of this age. At 17 years old, the recorded 115,210 miles represent a consistent usage pattern of roughly 6,700 miles per year. Data shows a steady accumulation of mileage, such as the 12,501-mile gap between June 2023 and June 2024, and another 15,115 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. This regularity suggests the car has been used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which often accelerates the degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear suspension and braking system. The record shows recurring issues with the rear coil springs starting in 2023, which persisted as corrosion warnings into 2024. Furthermore, the front brakes suffered from binding and disc surface damage in 2023, indicating that the calipers or sliding pins may require attention to prevent future uneven pad wear. The 2025 advisory regarding the nearside front tyre worn on the outside edge also suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension geometry that warrants verification. Structural integrity requires close scrutiny at the mounting points identified in the 2026 test. Because the rear seat belt mounts were already flagged as corroded in 2024, the overall state of the metalwork appears vulnerable to oxidation. The buyer should check for bubbling paint or visible rot around the wheel arches and sills to ensure the reported corrosion has not progressed into structural failure that would result in a future MOT failure.