2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · MJ59 NNT

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent inspection on 29 January 2025 with 92,989 miles. The maintenance trend appears consistent, as the car consistently meets minimum standards following immediate remedial action. While the record shows failures in both 2024 and 2025, the subsequent passes suggest that the owner is willing to rectify identified defects shortly after testing rather than allowing mechanical or safety issues to persist. The mileage profile is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,470 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between the July 2022 test at 68,755 miles and the January 2024 test at 76,983 miles, where the car covered only 8,228 miles in 18 months. The recent jump of 16,000 miles between January 2024 and January 2025 indicates a recent increase in usage frequency. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components but increases the risk of rubber component degradation and brake corrosion due to long periods of inactivity. Because the MOT history lacks specific mechanical reasons for the failures, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection for common Ford Fiesta issues typical of this age. Focus should be placed on structural integrity, specifically the sills and wheel arch edges, where corrosion often accumulates over nearly two decades. Given the low mileage, inspect the brake system for seized calipers or pitted discs, which frequently occur when vehicles sit stationary. Additionally, check the suspension bushes and bushings for cracking or tearing, as age-related material fatigue is more likely than mileage-based wear on a vehicle of this vintage.