2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FV58 EGJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of structural degradation and mechanical wear. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 96,538 miles passed, the tester identified a defective headlamp lens and a corroded offside rear brake pipe. This follows a significant failure in April 2023 due to excessive corrosion on the outer sill structure. The trend suggests that while immediate faults are being addressed, the underlying structural integrity of the chassis is under constant threat from rust. At 96,538 miles, this 18-year-old Fiesta has covered relatively low mileage, averaging approximately 5,363 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual testing in recent years, with only 996 miles recorded between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 1,141 miles between April 2025 and April 2026. Such low usage often correlates with the dry rot of rubber components and the accumulation of corrosion, which is consistent with the deteriorated ball joint dust covers and misting shock absorbers. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the outer sills and mounting points to ensure the previous structural corrosion noted in 2023 has not progressed further. The offside rear wheel bearing requires close attention as it was flagged for play in 2025 and shows no evidence of replacement since then. Additionally, the corroded rear brake pipe identified in the 2026 test should be inspected for thinning walls, as corrosion in brake lines often leads to sudden failure if not replaced.