2008 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · KT08 JYC

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a trend of worsening structural degradation and mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test in February 2025 at 128,401 miles, this result followed a failure just two miles prior for critical structural issues. The transition from a failure for excessive corrosion on the nearside rear mounting to a pass with advisory for corrosion suggests a superficial repair or cleaning may have occurred, but the underlying structural integrity of the chassis is clearly a point of instability. At 18 years old with 128,401 miles, the Fiesta follows a consistent pattern of approximately 7,100 miles per year, which is typical for an older vehicle. However, the record reveals a history of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. Between February 2023 and February 2024, the car covered nearly 10,000 miles yet failed the test for imbalanced brakes, a split CV boot, and worn wheel bearings. The steady mileage accumulation suggests the car is used regularly, but the owner only addresses faults when they become necessary to prevent MOT failures. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody, specifically the front sub-frame and rear axle beam. The tester repeatedly flagged corrosion in these areas, and the previous failure for structural weakness on the rear sill indicates that the metal is reaching a terminal state. The offside rear brake pipe also requires attention due to corrosion hidden by grease, which often masks deeper decay. Furthermore, the persistent presence of coolant and oil leaks noted between 2023 and 2025 suggests aging engine seals and gaskets that have not been overhauled. The recent advisories for a distorted road wheel and perished rear tyres indicate that basic consumables are now also reaching the end of their service life. Given the history of imbalanced brakes and failing suspension components, the vehicle carries a high risk of further mechanical failures in the immediate future.