2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · LD59 LLG

This 2009 Ford Fiesta carries a remarkably clean DVSA roadworthiness record for a vehicle of its age, with no advisories or component defects ever flagged across its MOT history. The pattern across the available tests shows two passes (most recently on 5 June 2025 and 10 June 2024), each preceded by an immediate fail and re-test on the same date, which suggests minor, correctable issues were addressed on the day rather than any persistent mechanical deterioration. The absence of recorded advisories means there is no documented history of wear on suspension components, brake systems, exhaust mounting, or corrosion that would otherwise be tracked through annual testing. Taken as a whole, the vehicle presents a track record of compliance with roadworthiness standards, with no chronic failure points or deteriorating trend visible to a prospective buyer. Recorded mileage of 101,481 miles over approximately seventeen years equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 5,969 miles, which is well below the typical usage rate for a supermini of this era. The testing history shows no significant mileage jumps between recorded readings, and the two pairs of consecutive tests in November 2022 and June 2024 indicate the vehicle has been in regular use throughout its life rather than left stationary for extended periods. Lower annual mileage generally preserves the life of major drivetrain and suspension components, reducing the cumulative wear on the clutch, engine internals, and braking hardware compared to higher-mileage counterparts, though it can allow rubber bushes and seals to deteriorate slightly from underuse and environmental exposure. From a buyer inspection standpoint, the lack of any documented advisories means there is no specific component flagged in the MOT record to focus on, but a careful inspection should still account for the natural wear items expected on a seventeen-year-old Fiesta. Particular attention should be paid to the front suspension, where worn lower wishbone bushes, tie bar bushes, and anti-roll bar drop links commonly develop play and produce clonking noises over speed humps and uneven surfaces. The rear beam axle should be checked for surface corrosion and any cracking of the beam itself, as this is a known structural concern on older Fiestas, while the front subframe mounting points should be inspected for any rust perforation that could compromise structural integrity. On the test drive, listen for any knocking or rattling from the front end that would indicate worn suspension linkages, and feel for any vibration through the steering wheel that could suggest worn drop links or front strut top mounts. The brakes should be tested for pulling to one side under firm pedal application, which would suggest a binding caliper or uneven pad wear, and the handbrake should hold the vehicle securely on an incline without excessive travel. Given the low recorded mileage, the timing belt replacement interval should be confirmed if a service history is available, as a 1.25 or 1.4 litre petrol Fiesta of this era typically requires belt changes around every 100,000 miles or ten years, and a thorough inspection underneath the vehicle for any oil weepage from the engine or gearbox should form part of any pre-purchase evaluation.