2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · RE59 LMU

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness status with a clear trend of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 66,248 miles, it had failed that same session due to multiple safety failures including lighting, tyre defects, and structural suspension issues. The persistence of severely deteriorated ball joint dust covers and a breaking up exhaust flexi indicates that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure rather than being serviced during routine intervals. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 66,248 miles is exceptionally low, averaging just under 3,900 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear. Between November 2024 and November 2025, the car covered only 8,710 miles, yet the record shows multiple failures for aged parts. The perishing and cracking of tyres noted in late 2025 suggests the vehicle likely sits for long periods, leading to dry rot despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must inspect the entire front suspension geometry specifically, as the ball joint dust covers have been a recurring failure since at least 2023. The repeated corrosion on the rear coil springs, which appeared in both 2023 and 2024, necessitates a close look for structural rust where the mounting points meet the sills. Additionally, the history of heavy inner wear on the nearside front in 2023 suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn bushings that should be verified to prevent premature replacement of new tyres.