2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · LG59 MPX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a gradual progression of suspension and wheel component wear. The most recent test in July 2025 at 88,459 miles identified new issues including worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes, alongside a distorted nearside rear road wheel. While the car passed, the appearance of these mechanical advisories suggests that the underbody components are beginning to reach the end of their service life due to age rather than high-mile stress. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 88,459 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,200 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, such as the 10,000-mile gap between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 9,860-mile interval in the following year. This low annual mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the recurring mentions of cracking and perishing tyres in 2023 and 2024. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry and wheels. The record flags multiple instances of distorted road wheels across the 2024 and 2025 tests, which could indicate previous impacts or underlying alignment issues that may affect handling. Furthermore, the worn rear axle bushes noted in the 2025 test require monitoring to ensure they do not progress to a play or failure. Given the history of perishing tyres and worn brake discs, the age-related rubber components should be checked for sidewall cracking regardless of tread depth.