2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · LY63 ACU

This 2013 Ford Fiesta presents a remarkably clean MOT record. The most recent test in November 2025 at 38,268 miles passed with no defects, and the three preceding annual tests also recorded zero advisories or failures. The maintenance trend is stable and clearly improving, as the single failure in November 2023 was a same-day retest with no defects listed, suggesting a minor administrative or pre-test issue rather than a genuine mechanical problem. The overall roadworthiness status is excellent for a vehicle of this age. The mileage pattern confirms very light use. At roughly 2,944 miles per year, the car has covered less than half the national average. The annual increments are consistent: 36,939 miles in December 2022, 37,449 in November 2023, 37,985 in November 2024, and 38,268 in November 2025. That equates to roughly 500 to 600 miles per year between tests, indicating short, infrequent journeys or periods of standing. No rapid accumulation or suspicious gaps appear in the history. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should focus their pre-purchase inspection on age-related deterioration rather than known recurring faults. Pay close attention to the condition of rubber components: suspension bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and engine mounts can harden and crack after twelve years regardless of low mileage. Brake discs and pads may show surface corrosion from infrequent use, and the handbrake mechanism can seize. Check for any structural corrosion on sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points, as Ford Fiestas of this era are prone to rust in damp conditions. Tyres, though likely original or replaced once, should be checked for sidewall cracking and tread depth. The battery may also be weak from short trips. Overall, the MOT history suggests a well-maintained example, but the low-mileage usage pattern demands a thorough inspection of components that degrade with time rather than distance.