2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · BK13 SCX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in April 2025 at 115,561 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a significant failure involving critical steering and suspension components. The presence of a worn track rod end and a corroded rear coil spring in the same period suggests that mechanical faults are only addressed once they reach the point of immediate safety risk. At 115,561 miles over 13 years, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 8,900 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a car of this age. The data shows a consistent accumulation of mileage, with a 17,700-mile gap between April 2023 and April 2024, and another 12,500 miles in the following year. This regularity suggests steady use, but the high mileage places significant stress on rubber components and suspension assemblies, which have already begun to show failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows previously noted play in both the track rod end and the lower steering linkage. The recurring mention of corrosion on the nearside rear coil spring in 2025 indicates that the environment may be affecting the metalwork, necessitating a check for structural rust on the mounting points. Furthermore, the 2023 failure regarding an inoperative Malfunction Indicator Lamp suggests past electrical or sensor issues that were cleared, which should be verified with a diagnostic tool to ensure no hidden engine faults remain.