2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · EX13 PPU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a consistent pattern of deferred attention regarding rubber and braking components. While the latest test in March 2026 at 72,599 miles passed, the presence of corroded front discs and a heavily perished offside rear tyre indicates that components are only being addressed when they approach failure limits. The trend remains stable in its reactive nature, with the owner opting to rectify faults only after a failure or advisory rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 13 years old, the recorded 72,599 miles represent low annual usage, averaging 5,585 miles per year. This low mileage profile explains the specific issues noted in the record, such as the perishing of tyres and the corrosion of brake discs which often occur from stagnation. Between March 2023 and March 2024, the car covered only 1,879 miles, confirming the vehicle likely sits for long periods, which exposes rubber to environmental degradation and surface surface oxidation rather than mechanical wear from distance. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension and braking system. The record shows a persistent mist of oil on the offside rear shock absorber noted in 2023 and 2025, which should be checked for an active leak that indicates imminent failure. Furthermore, the recurring reports of corroded and pitted front discs across 2023, 2024, and 2026 suggest the braking hardware suffers significantly from lack of use. The 2023 failure regarding an exhaust leak and lambda sensor readings also suggests that the exhaust system should be verified for structural cracks or sensor faults that may have developed since the initial repair.