2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · SW08 NNK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural and mechanical integrity. While it passed its latest test in May 2026 at 102,129 miles, this followed a failure just eleven days prior. The recent failure highlighted specific issues with lamp operation, headlamp alignment, and a rough offside front wheel bearing, yet the persistence of corrosion on the offside rear suspension mounting suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase where age-related degradation is becoming more difficult to manage. At 18 years old, the recorded 102,129 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,674 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant spike in activity between April 2024 (88,604 miles) and April 2025 (99,066 miles), where the car covered over 10,000 miles in a single year. This increased usage coincides with a cascade of mechanical failures, including oil leaks and coolant leaks, suggesting that the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods previously, which can accelerate seal degradation and rubber perish. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis integrity, as the record shows a history of escalating rust. The April 2025 failure noted excessive corrosion on the nearside rear structure affecting strength and rot on the offside front wing. Although the May 2026 test passed, the recurring mention of corroded coil springs and the presence of play in the steering rack inner joints indicate that the suspension is failing. Particular attention should also be paid to the offside front wheel bearing and the previously reported leaks to ensure the oil and coolant issues were properly rectified rather than merely masked.