2007 Ford Fiesta 2.0L Petrol · GV57 BYD
2007 Ford Fiesta (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2007. Recorded mileage 124,109 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/11/2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (12/03/2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,109 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 1999cc
GV57 BYD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/11/2024
- 124,109 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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GV57 BYD Mileage History
- 21/12/2021110,190 mi
- 15/12/2022115,315 mi+5,125 mi
- 14/11/2023120,017 mi+4,702 mi
- 13/11/2024124,108 mi+4,091 mi
- 20/11/2024124,109 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 4,774 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GV57 BYD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Ford Fiesta (GV57 BYD) between December 2021 and November 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 November 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
Exercise significant caution before purc
Prioritise a thorough inspection of the underside of the vehicle. The 2024 MOT failure specifically noted 'excessively corroded' offside rear suspension component mountings and issues with the rear seat belt anchorage, both of which are critical safety concerns. Ensure that any repairs made to address these structural issues have been documented with professional invoices.
When negotiating, use the recurring oil and coolant leaks—noted in almost every MOT since 2021—as leverage. These suggest ongoing maintenance requirements. You should also ask for evidence of recent work on the drive shaft CV boots, as these have appeared as failures or advisories in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
With a 1999cc petrol engine, this Fiesta will sit in a higher insurance group and tax band than the smaller-capacity 1.2L or 1.4L variants. Fuel economy will be lower than average for a supermini of this era due to the larger engine displacement.
Maintenance costs are likely to be higher than expected due to the age and mileage. The history of leaks and suspension issues suggests that budget should be set aside for cooling system repairs, gasket replacements, and potential structural welding or suspension component replacement.
Focus heavily on the chassis and suspension mounting points. The MOT history explicitly flags rear sub-frame corrosion (2023) and rear suspension component mounting corrosion (2024). A professional inspection should confirm if this corrosion is superficial or structural.
Check the engine bay for signs of the reported coolant and oil leaks. Given that these have been noted consistently from 2021 through 2024, they are likely persistent issues. Additionally, inspect the CV boots on both the nearside and offside front drive shafts, as these have been a recurring point of failure or deterioration in recent years.
This 2007 silver Ford Fiesta with the 2.0L petrol engine has covered 124,109 miles, which is considerably higher than the model average of 5,774 miles per year. While it has passed its recent tests, the history shows a pattern of oil and coolant leaks, alongside a serious 2024 failure involving rear suspension corrosion and seat belt anchorage issues. The vehicle presents a profile of a high-mileage car with emerging structural and mechanical concerns.
Aggregate data for this model shows an average MOT pass rate of 77.7%, with common failures related to headlamps, exhausts, and coil springs.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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