2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · EO13 WLA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive repairs. The most recent test in February 2026 at 77,343 miles resulted in an initial failure due to play in the offside front steering rack inner joints and insufficient washer fluid. While these issues were rectified to pass, the appearance of mechanical steering wear suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach failure thresholds rather than during routine servicing intervals. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 77,343 represents a low annual average rate of approximately 6,000 miles. This usage pattern is consistent across the records, with only 6,600 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 7,357 miles followed by February 2026. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it can sometimes lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and seals if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension and steering geometry to ensure the steering rack inner joint replacement has not masked secondary wear in related components. The 2025 failure regarding exposed ply cords on the offside front tyre indicates a lapse in monitoring basic safety consumables, necessitating a check of all remaining tyres for age and depth. Given the age of the vehicle, a close look at corrosion on the subframe and exhaust mounting points is essential, as these areas are prone to structural degradation regardless of the low mileage recorded.