2013 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · EY13 ODS

A serious brake‑pad wear and a fault with the engine’s malfunction‑indicator lamp were recorded in mid‑2023, marking the only dangerous failure in the car’s MOT history; since that episode the vehicle has passed every subsequent test, with the most recent inspection in June 2026 showing only tyre‑wear advisories and no further failures, indicating that the critical issues have been addressed and the car has otherwise remained roadworthy. At 50,095 mi spread over roughly 13 years the annual average sits at about 3,850 mi, well below the typical usage rate for a super‑mini of this age. The MOT record shows a continuous yearly testing pattern with no significant gaps, suggesting the mileage figure is a reliable reflection of actual use rather than a large unrecorded period of inactivity. Low cumulative mileage generally reduces the expected wear on drivetrain and suspension components, yet the tyre‑wear advisories imply that the current set of tyres may have been subjected to recent higher loads or uneven wear, which could be a sign of changing driving habits or alignment drift. Prospective buyers should confirm that the engine’s MIL fault has been fully rectified: verify that the check‑engine light remains extinguished, request a recent diagnostic scan to ensure no pending codes, and listen for any abnormal engine noises or performance loss during a test drive. The front brake pads were flagged as dangerously thin in 2023, so the buyer must inspect the pad thickness directly, confirm that the pads have been replaced, and assess the condition of the rotors for scoring or glazing. Pedal feel should be firm with no pulsation, and the braking distance should be consistent and within normal limits. The tyre advisories merit immediate attention. Front tyres are reported as being close to the legal tread limit, while rear tyres show early cracking or perishing, so a thorough visual inspection of tread depth, sidewall integrity, and uniformity is essential; any signs of uneven wear could point to suspension bush wear or misalignment that should be checked by a qualified technician. While no suspension defects have been recorded, the age of the vehicle means bushings, ball joints and shock absorbers may be approaching the end of their service life, so the buyer should listen for clunks over bumps and feel for any steering pull or looseness that could indicate impending wear.