The Ford Fiesta is a real favourite of UK car buyers. No version has been more well-received than the 2008 model, which became a best-seller soon after launch and barely relinquished its grip at the top of the sales charts during its near-decade on sale. This means there’s an enormous number of models to choose from on the used car market at any one time.

It sold so well, because it was perfect in so many ways. It looked fantastic – still does to this day, in fact – and the interior was much fresher than its plain predecessor. The Fiesta also drove in a way guaranteed to put a smile on your face: and that’s why it’s our Best Used Car in the Parkers New Car Awards 2024.

Facelifted cars, from 2013, were better still – they have all-new (and brilliant) 1.0-litre Ecoboost turbo engines, improved infotainment functionality and, yes, that ‘Aston Martin’ front grille. Add in the fact almost every garage knows how to look after a Fiesta without breaking the bank, and you’ve a top-notch used car choice that’s hard to go wrong with. Just make sure you check these areas, and you’ll score yourself one of the great used cars of the moment.