2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · YK59 UAC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural surface corrosion. While it passed its latest test in October 2025 at 28,986 miles, the tester flagged corrosion on the front sub-frame and both the nearside and offside front suspension arms. Although these were classified as not seriously weakened, the reappearance of these faults after a clean test in 2024 indicates that oxidation is actively progressing despite the low annual usage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,700 miles per year. Between October 2021 at 25,419 miles and October 2025 at 28,986 miles, the car covered only 3,567 miles over four years. This pattern suggests the vehicle has sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and the accumulation of rust due to a lack of regular airflow and heat cycles that normally keep the undercarriage dry. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front sub-frame and suspension arms to determine if the corrosion has progressed beyond surface-level. Because the record shows recurring issues in both 2022 and 2025, the structural integrity of these mounting points is the primary concern. The buyer should also require a technician to check for seized brake calipers, perished rubber bushings, and degraded brake lines, which are common failure points for low-mileage vehicles that remain parked for extended durations.