2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · SA09 DHD

The 2009 Ford Fiesta presents a broadly stable maintenance trend, though the most recent MOT record from August 2025 at 114,868 miles flags two items that warrant closer inspection. The tester identified a worn rear sub-frame pin or bush on both sides, noting it was not yet causing excessive movement, along with corrosion on the nearside rear sill that did not significantly reduce structural rigidity. Both passed, but the sill corrosion is a typical weak point on ageing Fiestas and should be monitored for progression. The mileage accumulation of roughly 6,757 miles per year is typical for a 17-year-old supermini. The record shows a gap of approximately 5,257 miles between the September 2023 test at 104,098 miles and the September 2024 test at 109,611 miles, then a further 5,257 miles to the August 2025 test at 114,868 miles. This steady annual rate suggests consistent use rather than prolonged standing, which reduces the risk of deterioration from sitting idle. The September 2023 failure is the most technically significant entry in the record. The tester flagged excessive play in both front track rod end ball joints, along with significantly worn front brake discs and thin front brake pads. These were rectified before the same-day pass, but the simultaneous failure of multiple steering and braking components suggests a period of deferred maintenance. A buyer should physically check the inner and outer track rod ends for play, inspect the condition of the front brake discs and pads for uneven wear, and examine the rear sub-frame mounting points for any movement or deterioration beyond the advisory noted in 2025. The nearside rear sill corrosion recorded in August 2025 passed on structural grounds, but corrosion on a 17-year-old Fiesta can accelerate, particularly around the rear wheel arch and sill seams. A buyer should probe the sill with a screwdriver where accessible, check for fresh underseal that may be hiding deterioration, and inspect the rear sub-frame mounting area for any signs of cracking or advanced rust. The repeated lighting faults in September 2024 were minor and resolved, but a quick function check of all lamps remains prudent.