2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · EO63 BKL

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, expiring 2026-09-23, with the last test on 2025-09-23 at 52,092 miles resulting in a pass. However, the maintenance trend is stable but concerning, as recurring advisories for both rear shock absorbers exhibiting light oil misting and both rear inner tyres showing damage have persisted since at least October 2023 without resolution. These are not trivial wear items; deteriorating tyres pose a direct safety risk, while leaking shocks will degrade handling and eventually fail. The recorded annual mileage is exceptionally low at approximately 4,007 miles per year for a 13-year-old vehicle. The MOT history confirms this pattern, with only 1,601 miles recorded between the October 2023 and October 2024 tests, and a further 3,575 miles to the September 2025 test. Such sporadic use, including potential lengthy periods of inactivity, is a primary contributor to the perishing rear tyres and likely the drying seals causing the shock absorber misting. The sparse data does not indicate high mechanical wear from frequent use, but rather neglect during periods of storage or light use. A buyer must physically inspect the two rear inner tyres for actual cracking or perishing, as the advisory has been present for two years. The rear shock absorbers should be examined for active leaks and tested for effective damping. Furthermore, verify the current condition of the front brake discs, as one was previously condemned for significant wear in October 2024, though the subsequent same-day pass suggests a replacement was made; confirm disc thickness and surface condition. No structural corrosion or suspension component failures beyond the earlier ball joint dust cover (noted in 2023) are recorded, but the persistent tyre and shock issues represent the most immediate mechanical risks requiring attention.