2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · SL59 HWD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. The most recent test in November 2021 at 127,900 miles passed with no recorded defects, suggesting that previous mechanical issues were addressed. However, the 2020 test flagged early-stage free play in the steering rack and the offside front suspension arm ball joint, indicating that the steering geometry was beginning to show signs of wear as the vehicle aged. At 127,900 miles over 17 years, the Fiesta averages approximately 7,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK patterns for a city car of this age. There is a significant gap in the records between November 2021 and the current date of June 2026, meaning the vehicle has not been officially tested for nearly five and a half years. The 7,000 miles covered between 2020 and 2021 shows consistent use, but the elapsed time suggests that rubber components and fluids may have undergone significant degradation regardless of the low annual mileage. A buyer must focus inspection on the front suspension, as the record shows a recurring failure of ball joints and track rod ends between 2019 and 2020. The 2019 failure was particularly poor, revealing worn-out brake pads and missing wheel bolts, which suggests the previous owner neglected basic safety checks until a failure. The rear coil springs were noted for corrosion in 2018 and should be inspected for structural rust or fractures, as these are a common failure point on this Fiesta generation. Given the long interval since the last MOT, a thorough check of the brake system, tyre age, and chassis integrity is essential to ensure no hidden faults have developed during the period of lapsed testing.