2013 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · BF63 XLC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglected minor mechanical defects. While the most recent test on 23 September 2025 passed, the car initially failed on that same day due to a non-functional nearside side repeater and worn rear axle swivel pins. This specific suspension issue has appeared in every test record from 2023 to 2025, indicating that the owner addresses faults reactively rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 57,046 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. The data shows very consistent usage patterns, with only about 750 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 785 miles between 2024 and 2025. This low annual mileage often correlates with age-related degradation rather than mechanical wear, such as the perishing of rubber and corrosion of metal components. A buyer must prioritise the rear suspension assembly, as the swivel pins and bushes have been flagged for wear for three consecutive years without total resolution. The 2024 test also noted a corroded rear exhaust silencer and a structural failure on the offside front tyre, suggesting the vehicle may have sat for long periods, allowing rubber to crack. Inspection should include the front brake discs for excessive wear lips, as noted in 2023, and a thorough check of the exhaust system to ensure the corrosion has not progressed to a point that would require immediate replacement.