2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · LS09 BKJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift towards recurring sealing and presentation issues. The most recent test in November 2025 at 96,121 miles passed with a non-excessive gear oil leak and deteriorated registration plates. While the car passed its latest inspection, the persistence of the oil leak across both the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates a known fault that has not been proactively rectified by the previous owner. At 96,121 miles, this 17-year-old Fiesta has covered an average of approximately 5,654 miles per year. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 6,000 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 1,780 miles between 2024 and 2025. This low annual usage suggests light city driving, but it can also lead to the degradation of rubber components and corrosion due to the vehicle sitting stationary for extended periods. A prospective buyer must pay close attention to the rear suspension and exhaust system. The record shows a 2023 failure due to excessively worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes, alongside corroded rear coil springs. Although these appear to have been addressed to secure the subsequent pass, a physical inspection should check for play in the bushes and fresh rust on the springs. The minor exhaust leak noted in 2023 should also be verified to ensure the pipe has not worsened into a significant structural failure. The recurring gear oil leak identified in the last two tests is a primary concern. While the tester deemed it not excessive, a mechanic should identify the source to determine if it is a simple oil seal failure or a more costly housing issue. Furthermore, the consistently deteriorated registration plates mentioned in three consecutive years suggest a lack of attention to cosmetic maintenance, which should be replaced to avoid future MOT failures.