2013 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · EK63 OFA

The most recent MOT on 2025-10-11 recorded a pass with minor issues: a deteriorated rear registration plate (not affecting readability) and light oil misting on the offside rear shock absorber. These were non-critical, but the prior MOT on 2025-10-09 showed a failure with multiple serious defects. The failure included excessive wear in both rear axle swivel pins and bushes, worn front suspension arm ball joints, and tyres approaching legal limits. These issues suggest progressive mechanical degradation, particularly in suspension and tyre condition. Recurring defects in the MOT history highlight a pattern of wear in the rear axle swivel pins and bushes, which were noted as "slightly worn" in 2024 and escalated to "excessively worn" by 2025. Front suspension ball joints also showed worsening wear between 2024 and 2025. Tyre issues, including cracking and near-limit wear, were present in both 2025 failures, indicating potential neglect or uneven tread wear. The rear registration plate defect reappeared in multiple MOTs, though it remained non-critical. The trend of defects suggests a worsening condition, particularly in suspension components and tyre health. While the 2023 MOT showed only minor swivel pin wear, the 2024 and 2025 failures reveal escalating issues, likely due to age and usage.