2013 Ford Fiesta 1.5L Diesel · EK63 EEW
2013 Ford Fiesta (1.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Nov 2013. Recorded mileage 97,371 miles. MOT valid until 01 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,371 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EK63 EEW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 97,371 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EK63 EEW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Ford Fiesta (EK63 EEW) between April 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Front Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)”; “Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
EK63 EEW Mileage History
- 03/04/202479,858 mi
- 26/03/202589,192 mi+9,334 mi
- 26/03/202589,192 mi
- 25/03/202697,371 mi+8,179 mi
- 25/03/202697,371 mi
Average of roughly 8,869 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution. While the vehicle
Prioritise investigating the diesel engine's emissions health. Because this vehicle failed on 'Central Front Exhaust emissions' in two consecutive years (2025 and 2026), you should request evidence of how these failures were rectified, such as DPF cleaning or component replacements.
Ensure the vehicle is suitable for your intended use; diesel engines of this age often struggle with short city trips, which can lead to the exact emissions failures seen in this car's history. Negotiate the price based on the potential for future exhaust-related maintenance.
The 1.5L diesel engine is designed for efficiency, particularly on longer journeys, which helps keep fuel costs down. Insurance groups for the 2013 Fiesta are typically affordable, and the vehicle falls into a standard tax bracket for its year and engine size.
However, maintenance costs may be higher than a petrol equivalent due to the complexity of the diesel emissions system. Typical annual costs including fuel, tax, insurance, and routine servicing are estimated to be moderate, provided no major emissions components require replacement.
Pay close attention to the exhaust system and emissions components, as the MOT history specifically records failures for 'Central Front Exhaust emissions' in March 2026 and March 2025. A professional diagnostic check of the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and EGR valve is recommended.
Check the current condition and brand of all tyres, noting that in 2025, both the nearside and offside front tyres failed due to tread patterns not being visible. Additionally, inspect the headlamps and coil springs, as these are listed as common failure points for this model in aggregate data.
This 2013 red Ford Fiesta 1.5 Diesel has recorded 97,371 miles. Its MOT history shows a pattern of emissions failures in both 2025 and 2026, alongside a tyre-related failure in 2025. These issues align with wider model data, where exhaust systems are identified as a top failure reason.
This model has an average MOT pass rate of 77.7%, with exhaust systems being one of the top three most common failure reasons across the analysed dataset.
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