2009 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · YR09 DWN

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent pattern of minor mechanical neglect. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 148,497 miles passed, it followed a failure due to a defective offside rear stop lamp and a noted oil leak. This leak has been a recurring fixture in every test since at least 2022, indicating that while the volume is not excessive enough to fail the MOT, the underlying source has not been addressed or rectified by previous owners. At 148,497 miles, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 8,735 miles per year over its seventeen-year life, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a car of this age. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 3,000 miles recorded between the October 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 1,289 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. This regularity suggests regular road use rather than long periods of standing, which generally benefits the health of rubber seals and mechanical components. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the engine bay to determine the origin of the chronic oil leak, as persistent drips can stem from rocker cover gaskets or sump seals. The 2023 record flagged play in the nearside front suspension ball joint, so a thorough check of the entire front suspension assembly for wear or play is necessary to ensure no further issues have developed. Furthermore, the 2024 advisory regarding uneven tyre wear on both front tyres suggests potential alignment issues or worn shock absorbers that require a professional verification to prevent premature tyre costs.