2013 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · CE13 SSX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs regarding suspension and emissions. While it passed the most recent test on 13 March 2026 at 135,627 miles, it failed just one day prior due to a major backbox exhaust leak and failure to complete emissions. This suggests that while immediate faults were addressed to secure a pass, the recurring nature of the suspension-related advisories across several years shows a reactive rather than preventative maintenance approach. At 135,627 miles over 13 years, the car has averaged approximately 10,433 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a small hatchback. The data shows steady mileage accumulation, with roughly 7,800 miles covered between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 10,424 miles between 2025 and 2026. This consistent use places standard wear on mechanical components, specifically reflected in the ongoing degradation of rubber bushes and metal springs. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear suspension, as the artwork springs have been flagged for corrosion on both sides in at least three consecutive testing years (2024, 2025, and 2026). The rear consistent swivel pins and bushes have also been noted as worn or splitting since 2024, indicating significant material fatigue in the rear suspension assembly. Furthermore, the exhaust system should be inspected to ensure the backbox leak from March 2026 was properly replaced and not merely patched, as further structural weakening is likely on a vehicle of this age. The tyres also require close attention, as the nearside rear tyre was noted as worn to the legal limit on the edge in 2026, following similar advisories for both front tyres in 2025. This pattern of uneven wear suggests potential alignment issues or worn shock dampers not yet flagged. The buyer should also verify that the artwork washer system and the track rod end, which caused a failure in 2024, have been fully rectified, as these are critical for safety and steering precision.