2009 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · SC09 LUA

The 2009 Ford Fiesta presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 12 June 2025 at 65,542 miles with no defects recorded. The mechanical condition appears sound based on the most recent DVSA records, though the history contains a recurring data anomaly worth noting. In both May 2023 and May 2024, the vehicle logged a failure and a pass on the exact same date and mileage, yet neither entry lists specific defects. This pattern typically indicates an immediate retest following a minor rectification or a system recording quirk, rather than a worsening mechanical fault. Overall, the trajectory remains stable, with the last two annual tests passing cleanly. The recorded mileage of 65,542 miles equates to roughly 3,855 miles per year, which is exceptionally low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle. The annual increments reflect this light usage: the odometer rose from 60,532 miles in May 2023 to 64,089 miles in May 2024, before increasing by just 1,453 miles to 65,542 miles by June 2025. Such minimal accumulation strongly suggests prolonged periods of standing rather than sustained daily driving. While low mileage reduces wear on consumables like brake discs and tyres, extended idling can cause its own issues, such as degraded rubber components and corroded brake surfaces. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer must inspect the vehicle thoroughly for the specific ailments caused by low mileage and long stationary periods. Check the tyres thoroughly for sidewall cracking and date codes, as rubber perishes with age regardless of tread depth. Examine the brake discs for surface corrosion, which often forms when a car sits unused and can cause binding or juddering. Inspect the suspension bushes and exhaust system for perishing and corrosion, respectively. Given that the vehicle is now over a year past its last MOT test, a fresh inspection is overdue to verify the structural integrity of the underbody and the current condition of all fluid systems.