2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · BL13 FGE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest test in October 2025 at 97,874 miles, it previously failed due to an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint and a corroded brake hose ferrule. This pattern suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach the point of inspection failure, which can lead to components degrading significantly between services. The mileage progression is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. There is a significant gap of nearly 17,000 miles between August 2023 and August 2024, followed by another 18,000 miles in the fourteen months leading to the October 2025 test. This recent acceleration in usage indicates the car is currently seeing more frequent use, which places consistent stress on rubber-bound components and braking hardware, as evidenced by the repeated failures of ball joints and track rod ends. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the structural integrity of the chassis. The August 2024 test noted corrosion across the underside which, despite being masked by thick wax, remains a known concern for a Fiesta of this age. The buyer should check for bubbling paint or scaling metal where the rust has progressed beyond surface level. Additionally, the history of failing suspension components, including track rod ends and ball joints, necessitates a thorough check for play in the steering geometry and front suspension assembly to ensure no new defects are nearing failure.