2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0L Petrol · BV13 EVC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline into reactive neglect. While it passed the test in March 2026 at 108,171 miles, the tester identified a significant number of advisories that were not present in previous years. The shift from a clean record in 2024 to multiple defects across the suspension, braking, and engine components suggests that the owner is now only responding to failures rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 108,171 miles over 13 years, the car averages approximately 8,300 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for this age. However, the data reveals a sharp increase in mileage between March 2024 and March 2026, where the vehicle covered nearly 35,000 miles in just two years. This rapid accumulation likely correlates with the accelerated wear seen on tyres and components, evidenced by the repeated failures regarding tread depth and condition in the 2025 tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the March 2026 test flagged play in the offside front ball joint and corrosion on both rear coil springs. These issues often lead to poor handling or premature component failure if left untreated. The damaged engine mounting also requires scrutiny for excessive vibration or noise, while the thin front brake pads indicate that the braking system needs immediate attention. The history of tyres also highlights a pattern of poor oversight, with multiple entries for tyres reaching legal limits or showing perishing. The buyer should check all four tyres for uneven wear and sidew cracking, as the previous owner consistently ignored these issues until they became failures. Given the recurring mechanical faults at this mileage, the vehicle likely requires immediate investment to bring it back to a standard of condition.