2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · CK63 NNW

The most recent MOT on 1 April 2026 records a PASS at 85 933 mi, yet a concurrent FAIL on the same day flags an offside front coil spring fracture (5.3.1(b)(i)). This indicates the vehicle remains roadworthy but carries an unresolved structural fault that re‑emerged after a four‑mile increase in reading, suggesting the spring issue has not been fully remedied. The maintenance trend shows a gradual worsening of suspension and chassis components: coil spring failures in 2022 and again in 2026, a worn front suspension arm ball joint noted in February 2024, and persistent rear axle swivel‑pin wear. Brake‑related advisories from 2022 have cleared, but the recurrence of coil‑spring damage points to a deteriorating condition in load‑bearing parts rather than a stable, improving pattern. Mileage progression from 18 852 mi in December 2016 to 85 933 mi in April 2026 averages roughly 6 600 mi per year, which aligns with typical usage for a ten‑year‑old vehicle. The interval between the January 2025 test (67 673 mi) and the April 2026 test is about fifteen months, slightly longer than the statutory annual interval, though the latest reading is only three months before the present date. Earlier gaps were consistent with annual testing, and the overall mileage curve shows no abrupt spikes that would imply heavy‑use neglect. A buyer should prioritise an on‑site inspection of the front coil spring for fracture or fatigue, the front suspension arm ball joint for excessive wear, and the rear axle swivel pins and bushes for looseness. Tyre condition warrants close scrutiny, especially the near‑side rear tyre that showed cracking in 2024 and the inner‑front tyre that approached the legal wear limit. Brake discs and pads should be examined for scoring and thin wear, given the history of disc pitting and pad thinning up to 2022. Finally, a visual check for corrosion or rust on the chassis and exhaust mounts is advisable, as the recurring structural advisories hint at possible long‑term durability concerns.