2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · AF13 OBH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive servicing. The most recent test in March 2026 at 89,748 miles followed an immediate failure just two miles prior due to a blown stop lamp, thin front brake pads, and scored discs. While the car passed after these repairs, the recurring nature of brake-related advisories across the last three years suggests the owner only addresses these components when they reach the point of failure rather than replacing them during scheduled service intervals. The mileage pattern is consistent with low-use urban driving, averaging approximately 6,900 miles per year over its thirteen-year life. The data shows steady progression, moving from 76,706 miles in March 2023 to 89,748 miles in March 2026. This low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but the age of the vehicle is clearly affecting rubber-based components, as evidenced by the perishing tyre sidewalls noted in the the 2024 test. A buyer must inspect the structural integrity of the rear seat belt anchorages, as corrosion was flagged in both the March 2026 failure and the subsequent pass. While the tester did not consider the corrosion excessive for the outer sills, it indicates the presence of surface rust that could progress over time. The nearside front shock absorber, which showed oil misting in 2025, should also be checked for increased leaking that would indicate an imminent component failure. Given the history of thin pads and pitted discs, a thorough physical inspection of the current brake system is required to ensure the recent repairs were executed to a professional standard.