2013 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · EK13 VLB

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend shows a decline in proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in June 2025 at 78,620 miles, it failed that same inspection due to multiple defects including lighting, tyres, and suspension. The recurring nature of these issues between 2023 and 2025 suggests that the owner performs only the minimum maintenance required to pass an MOT rather than addressing developing faults before they fail. At 78,620 miles over 13 years, the Fiesta has averaged approximately 6,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-to-mid urban usage. The mileage accumulation between tests is steady, with roughly 6,100 miles covered between June 2024 and June 2025, and another 4,400 miles in the preceding year. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy mechanical stress, but the age of the car means that rubber and metal components are susceptible to age-related degradation. A buyer must inspect the rear suspension closely, as both nearside and offside rear coil springs were flagged for corrosion in both 2023 and 2025. While these did not cause a failure yet, the progression of rust indicates a risk of structural fatigue in the springs. The oil leak noted in the 2025 test also requires a physical inspection to determine if it is a minor seal seep or a more significant gasket failure that could lead to engine damage. The 2025 record also highlighted front tyres worn to the legal limit with uneven wear and rear tyres showing signs of per. This indicates a lack of basic consumable management and potentially poor alignment issues. Verify the current depth of all four tyres and check for sidewall cracking. Additionally, given the previous failures of stop lamps and headlamps, a full functional test of all external lighting is necessary to ensure the electrical components are currently functioning accurately.