For generations of students, OAPs, young mums and boy racers, Ford Fiestas have been a reliable friend. But sadly, it could be the end of the road for this famous little car. Ford is considering dropping the name in favour of a jazzier alternative like 'Genesis', 'Isis' or 'Phoenix'.

A spokesman for the car giant said: "There is a strong tide in favour of something new. Our younger target audience were not all born in 1976 when the Fiesta arrived, so heritage isn't an issue."

Here we look back on the 30-year career of Britain's all-time best-selling hatchback.