2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · SC09 LHF

This 2009 Ford Fiesta has maintained a clean MOT history with no defects recorded across all five tests, including the most recent examination on 2025-08-04 at 84,675 miles. The vehicle passed without fail, suggesting consistent compliance with basic roadworthiness standards. However, the duplicate entry for 2025—one pass and one fail at nearly identical mileages—indicates a potential administrative error rather than a mechanical issue. There is no evidence of recurring advisories or defects in the official record, which implies the vehicle has not faced repeated failures in critical systems. That said, the lack of advisories or defects does not preclude hidden wear; a thorough inspection remains essential. The recorded mileage of 84,675 miles over 17 years equates to approximately 4,981 miles annually, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. The gap between tests is consistent at one year, but the jump from 48,350 miles in November 2022 to 51,561 miles by July 2023—just 3,211 miles in eight months—followed by another 20,542 miles by July 2024, suggests periods of inactivity. Such low annual mileage may indicate prolonged storage, which can accelerate deterioration in fluids, tyres, and suspension components. The absence of advisories on corrosion or fluid leaks does not rule out hidden issues, particularly if the vehicle was stored without proper care. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which are common wear items on this model. The lack of advisories does not confirm their condition, and binding calipers or uneven brake disc wear could have gone unnoticed. Tyres, despite no recorded failures, should be checked for uneven tread wear or embedded debris, which might indicate alignment or suspension issues. Structural integrity—especially in the wheel arches, sills, and subframe—should be scrutinised for corrosion, as low mileage does not guarantee rust-free storage. Finally, fluid levels and condition (brake, power steering, coolant) should be verified, as prolonged inactivity can lead to degradation or contamination.