2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · JP07 SOL

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend that has shifted from clean inspections to reactive repairs recently. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 87,771 miles, the result carried a heavy list of advisories that mirrored a failure just one day prior. This indicates that the owner is only addressing the minimum requirements to pass the MOT rather than performing preventative maintenance. The presence of multiple simultaneous faults across suspension, braking, and lighting suggests a general decline in the mechanical oversight of the car. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 87,771 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,163 miles. However, the usage pattern is highly inconsistent. There was a significant gap between February 2024 and September 2024 where only 1,358 miles were covered, followed by a rapid accumulation of over 9,600 miles in the twelve months prior to the 2025 test. Such long periods of standing often contribute to the degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion, which is evident in the recurring structural issues. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The history shows a persistent issue with corroded coil springs on both the front and rear units noted between 2020 and 2024. The 2025 record flagged a worn steering rack inner joint and a failing lower suspension arm ball joint, suggesting the front geometry is nearing the end of its life. The braking system requires attention with pitted front discs, thin pads, and a fluctuating nearside rear brake. The binding offside front caliper indicates seized hardware or neglected lubrication. Furthermore, the corrosion noted on the offside front brake pipe and the perishing offside rear tyre suggest that age-related material failure is prevalent. The distorted nearside rear road wheel and frayed seat belt webbing are minor but indicative of overall vehicle condition neglect. Given the history of failing track rod ends and steering-related components, the vehicle is likely to require significant expenditure in the near future to maintain basic roadworthiness.