2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · YH63 ACO

The 2013 Ford Fiesta’s most recent MOT, conducted on 19 November 2025 at 41,248 miles, confirms it passed without any defects or advisories. This marks a consistent pattern of annual testing over the past four years, with no recurring failures or advisories in the official record. While the absence of defects suggests the vehicle has been maintained at a basic level—passing statutory checks—there is no evidence of proactive servicing or addressing potential wear items like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake caliper binding. The lack of advisories also means no critical issues were identified by the tester, but this does not preclude hidden wear or deferred maintenance. The recorded mileage of 41,248 miles over approximately 13 years—roughly 3,173 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, particularly given its age and typical usage patterns. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests (32,309 to 37,093 miles) represents a 4,784-mile increase over a year, while the 2024-2025 interval (37,093 to 41,248 miles) shows a slightly slower 4,155-mile accumulation. This suggests the vehicle may have been stood idle for extended periods, which could accelerate wear on tyres, suspension seals, and battery health. The double entry for November 2023—one pass and one fail at identical mileage—appears anomalous and may indicate a clerical error or duplicate record, but it does not impact the overall trend. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which often degrade silently over time. The brakes, while not flagged in tests, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been stationary for prolonged periods. Tyre condition is critical given the low mileage; uneven tread or dry-rotting rubber could indicate neglect. Finally, the underbody and wheel arches should be examined for corrosion, as rust in structural areas can compromise safety without immediate MOT failure. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are sound—only that they did not fail the last test.