2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · FX09 YHC

The 2026-02-24 MOT at 66,070 miles resulted in a failure, confirming a worsening maintenance trend. The tester flagged rear sub‑frame corrosion that was not seriously weakened, a near‑side front suspension arm ball joint that was excessively worn, and both front brake pipes that were corroded and covered in grease or other material. The vehicle is currently not roadworthy. The mileage record shows a gradual increase from 22,060 miles in 2017 to 66,070 miles in 2026, averaging about 3,900 miles per year, which is low for a 17‑year‑old vehicle. Periods of inactivity are evident between the 2024‑02‑20 test at 56,389 miles and the 2025‑02‑20 test at 60,893 miles, a rise of roughly 4,500 miles in one year, and between 2025‑02‑20 and the 2026‑02‑24 test, an additional 5,177 miles. Early years displayed clean passes with no defects recorded. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear sub‑frame for structural rust, test the near‑side front and off‑side rear suspension arm ball joints for play, and examine the condition of the front brake pipes for internal corrosion that could lead to binding calipers. The recurring tyre wear close to the legal limit and the persistent brake pipe corrosion suggest that routine tyre replacement and brake system maintenance have been neglected. The presence of multiple advisories on suspension bushes and exhaust components indicates that the vehicle has experienced ongoing structural degradation.