2008 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · FX08 YFK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a clear trend of worsening structural and fluid line corrosion. The most recent test in August 2025 at 95,471 miles introduced new advisories for corrosion on both outer sills, joining a list of recurring issues. While the car has passed its tests, the persistence of multiple defects across years suggests that preventative repairs are being deferred rather than addressed when they first appear. The mileage pattern is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per year. Between August 2021 at 84,623 miles and August 2025 at 95,471 miles, the car covered only 10,848 miles. This low usage often explains the degradation of rubber components, such as the perishing nearside tyre noted in the last three annual tests, as these suffer more from age and environmental exposure than from mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and structural integrity, specifically targeting the subframe and sills flagged for corrosion in 2024 and 2025. The record shows a consistent history of corroded brake pipes across all four corners since 2021, which represents a high-risk area for sudden failure if the lines are not replaced. Additionally, the persistent gearbox oil leak noted since 2022 requires close monitoring to ensure the leak has not progressed beyond the non-excessive description provided by testers.