2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · GU08 EYG

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, following an improving trend in its maintenance history. The most recent test in February 2026 at 81,160 miles resulted in no defects recorded, indicating that the previous mechanical issues have been addressed. This represents a significant recovery from the failures in 2024 and 2025, suggesting that the current owner is proactive in rectifying faults to ensure the vehicle meets legal standards. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. Between April 2024 and April 2025, the car covered 5,523 miles, while the interval between April 2025 and February 2026 saw a much lower accumulation of only 3,190 miles over ten months. While this low usage generally reduces the wear on the engine and drivetrain components, the long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components, fluid breakdown, and brake corrosion which are not always captured by mileage figures alone. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas that caused the recent failures, although the specific technical reasons for those failures are not detailed in this summary. Given the age of the Fiesta and the low mileage, it is vital to inspect for structural integrity, particularly around the sills and wheel arches where hidden rust often develops over two decades. One should also examine the suspension bushes for perished rubber and check the brake calipers for seizing, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from seized components due to lack of use.