2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · LO09 KCU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend regarding basic upkeep and safety equipment. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 57,840 miles, the record shows recurring issues with all four tyres reaching the legal limit and persistent seat belt damage. This suggests a pattern of reactive maintenance where the owner only addresses faults once they trigger an MOT failure or an advisory, rather than performing preventative checks. At 17 years old with 57,840 miles, this Ford Fiesta has exceptionally low mileage, averaging only about 3,400 miles per year. This low usage often reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it introduces specific risks to rubber-based components. The gap between July 2022 and July 2023 shows an accumulation of only 4,884 miles, yet the presence of perishing and cracking tyres noted in 2024 indicates that the vehicle likely sat stationary for long periods, causing the rubber to dry out and degrade despite the low tread depth. A buyer must physically inspect the structural integrity of the suspension, as the 2023 test flagged a corroded offside lower coil spring. Corrosion on suspension components in vehicles of this age can spread to the mounting points if not monitored. Furthermore, the nearside rear seat belt has been flagged in three consecutive tests between 2024 and 2025; the webbing must be checked to ensure it will not fail under tension. Additionally, the consistent history of failing for uneven tyre wear and perishing suggests the alignment may be out or that the tyres are simply past their structural age rather than mileage.