2008 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · KT08 JYU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a worsening trend regarding structural degradation and mechanical neglect. While it passed the most recent test in January 2026 at 113,790 miles, this followed a significant failure in November 2025 where the structural integrity was compromised. The tester found the outer sill holed and heavily corroded within 30cm of the suspension mounting. Although the latest report notes structural rigidity is not yet significantly reduced, the progression from surface corrosion to a structural hole indicates active and advanced metalwork. The recorded mileage of 113,790 miles over 18 years reflects an average usage of approximately 6,300 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-mileage patterns. However, the data shows a cluster of recent activity between November 2024 and January 2026, where the car covered roughly 2,700 miles. The frequency of tests and failures in this twenty-four-month period suggests that the vehicle is only being maintained when necessary to pass the legal inspection standard, rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sills and suspension mounting points, as the corrosion in the outer sill is a critical concern. The history shows a recurring defective gearbox mounting and corroded offside front coil springs, which should be checked for further fatigue or poor repair. The previous presence of a damaged offside front brake hose with a cut in late 2025 indicates that rubber components are being overlooked until they fail inspection. Furthermore, the persistent reports of perished tyres and distorted wheels suggest the vehicle has suffered from neglect related to age-related wear despite the low annual mileage.